By Mashe Umaru Gwamna
Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Abdullahi Gwarzo has called for continuous collaboration between the ministry and the Institute of Mortgage Brokers and Lenders of Nigeria, (IMBLN).
He said this is to ensure adherence to standard specifications in houses construction by practitioners the in built environment .
This was contained in a statement signed and issued by Director Information, Badamasi Salisu Haiba.
The minister said the collaboration will creat a brighter future alongside achieving overall economic growth in the country in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Gwarzo made this call when he received the governing council of the IMBLN Institute led by its President, Quantity Surveyor Hayatuddeen Atiku Awwal on a visit to his office, yesterday.
He said “As we continue to work towards our common goals of enhancing professionalism and fostering growth within the mortgage and real estate sectors.
“ I encourage continued collaboration and dialogue between our ministry and the Institute noting together, we can overcome challenges, seize opportunities, and create a brighter future for our nation.”
Gwarzo noted “In line with our government’s agenda to provide affordable housing and promote sustainable urban development, we acknowledge the importance of a robust regulatory framework and a skilled workforce”.
He also described the Institute’s role in setting prescribed rules and regulations that ensures adherence to best practices and ethical standards, a good measure to safeguard the interests of both consumers and professionals alike
Speaking earlier, the President of the Governing Board of the Institute of Mortgage Bankers and Lenders of Nigeria, QS.
