The federal government through the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development yesterday held a stakeholders’ engagement in Lagos to facilitate improved land administration service in the country.
In his address during the stakeholders cum citizens’ engagement, the minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, reaffirmed the commitment of the federal government to renovating, safeguarding and optimising the value of its assets nationwide while enforcing strict compliance with land administration laws.
Dangiwa emphasised the resolve of the ministry under the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu to restore order in federal land and assets management.
“In line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, the ministry is resolved to ensure strict adherence to the provisions of the law regarding the control and administration of its assets to maintain order,” he stated
The minister who, alongside his team, toured various federal government facilities, field offices and housing projects in Lagos for three days, expressed concern over the poor condition of federal assets and uncompleted housing projects, vowing to expedite their renovation, upgrade and completion.
“We have resolved to optimise these facilities and put them to good use so that they can provide value to the government and Nigerians. Our aim is to fast-track the completion of housing projects to increase the stock of affordable housing for Nigerians in Lagos,” he noted.
Underscoring the importance of collaboration between the Federal Ministry of Housing and the Lagos State government in resolving land disputes, both parties agreed to form a joint committee to resolve longstanding land issues and foster a coordinated approach to land administration.
“We are one government, and it is vital that we work as partners to ensure effective administration of federal government assets. Proper coordination will prevent exploitation by third parties and ensure compliance with the law,” Dangiwa added.
“The stakeholder engagement on land administration provided an opportunity for developers, residents, and key stakeholders to share insights and contribute to the federal government’s strategy for sustainable urban development,” he said.
The minister also noted that the interactive session was a critical step toward improving land administration in Lagos and delivering on the ministry’s promise of affordable housing and urban development for all Nigerians.
