By Cornelius Essen, Abuja

The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed M. Dangiwa, has issued a stern warning to developers handling Renewed Hope Housing Projects across the country, urging them to ensure timely delivery and strict adherence to quality standards.

Dangiwa gave the warning during a status review meeting with developers in Abuja on the ongoing housing projects in several states, saying it is clear that the Federal Government will not tolerate negligence, substandard execution, or delays in project delivery.

The Minister stated that the administration is committed to doing things differently, stressing “We do not assume it would be business as usual. It is not. If developers signed a contract with the government, they must deliver accordingly.”

He declared that non-performing contractors risk being blacklisted—not just from future housing projects with the Ministry, but from all Federal Government housing and infrastructure contracts.

Dangiwa also warned that any substandard structures discovered on project sites will be demolished and the default contractors would be sanctioned to serve as a deterrent to others in the built ecosystem.

“We are not just building houses, we are building homes. If you collect government funds, you must deliver results. We will not fold our arms and allow incompetence or bad faith to derail the Renewed Hope Agenda,” he said.

While expressing appreciation for developers who have shown commitment and professionalism, he reaffirmed the Ministry’s determination to honour all contractual obligations, provided that quality and timelines are respected.

In a related directive, the Minister tasked Federal Controllers of Housing in the states to intensify monitoring and supervision efforts on all project sites, urging them to provide consistent guidance and ensure that construction activities proceed smoothly and in compliance with specifications.

“The Renewed Hope Housing Programme is a flagship initiative of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, designed to expand access to affordable housing for Nigerians and drive inclusive development.”