By Mashe Umaru Gwamna
As part of efforts to encourage increased private sector participation towards solving Nigeria’s housing deficit, the Honourable Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, recently performed the ground-breaking for a 480-housing unit project at the Kukwaba area of Abuja.
Speaking at the ceremony, the Minister said the Renewed Hope Agenda for Housing and Urban Development requires the participation of the private sector to bridge the housing deficit in the country, as the quantum of funding required to fix the housing shortage is beyond what government can provide.
The project by CityGate Homes covers phases II and III of the company’s Kukwaba housing project. It comprises 480 housing units of 6-bedroom semi-detached duplexes and 4-bedroom blocks of flats.
Arc. Dangiwa described the ground-breaking event as a significant contribution to the Ministry’s ongoing efforts to address the housing crisis in the country.
“The initiative taken by Citygate Homes aligns perfectly with the government’s vision for sustainable urban development. This project embodies the collaborative efforts between the public and private sectors, showcasing how partnerships can drive impactful change and contribute to the growth and development of our nation”.
While commending CityGate Homes for their dedicated investment in this endeavour, the minister stated that the demand for housing has surged in a rapidly growing city like Abuja, and it is a collective responsibility to respond to the need.
While assuring CityGate Homes that government will continue to provide the enabling environment for private-sector investment to thrive, especially with the uncommon determination displayed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to cater for the welfare of Nigerians.
He urged them to embrace sustainability, inclusivity, and affordability in their housing and urban development drive.
