Ahmed Dangiwa
16 Sep
The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, has called on the estate surveyors and valuers to provide cost-effective housing solutions that will prevent building collapse across the country.
11 Sep
The federal government and the World Bank Group have resolved to work together towards addressing the 90 per cent of land in Nigeria that is unregistered and untitled, aimed at making the country's vast land assets more economically viable and unlocking over $300 billion in dead capital tied up in such undocumented land. Minister of…
9 Sep
Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, has decried the recent building collapse in Noman's Land Quarters in Kano and ordered a full-scale investigation into the root cause of the unfortunate incident in the ancient city. Dangiwa made this in a statement in Abuja and directed the relevant officials to quickly investigate the collapse…
9 Sep
The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, has called on the estate surveyors and valuers to provide cost-effective housing solutions that will prevent building collapse across the country.
5 Sep
The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, has promised to leverage the support from the Chartered Institute of Directors (CIoD) in promoting corporate governance and excellence in the ministry. Dangiwa made the assertion when he received zonal members of the Institute, led by its Chairperson, Mrs. Nwando Chukwura, on a courtesy visit to…
27 Aug
Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, has stressed that in built industry, estate surveyors and valuers are critical in preventing widespread building collapse as they play an important role in the successful delivery of affordable housing across Nigeria. Dangiwa stated this while inaugurating 22 members of the Estate Surveyors and Valuers Registration Board…
26 Aug
The Federal Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Shelter Afrique Development (ShafDB) for the construction of 5,000 housing units under the Renewed Hope programme.
22 Aug
The Federal Government has signed a memorandum of understanding with Shelter Afrique Development (ShafDB) for the construction of 5000 housing units. Signing the pact during a press conference in Abuja, Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa said the bank will offer advisory services and financing of competent developers. Dangiwa also stated, "This will…
21 Aug
Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, has submitted that there are no industry-accepted data to guide the Federal Government and financial institutions in planning strategies to fix Nigeria’s housing problem.
12 Aug
• As minister pledges new framework, standards A High-level meeting of regulatory bodies in the built environment has met with the ministerial committee on building collapse and agreed on a five-point agenda that would bring sanity to the country’s construction industry. The engagement marks a significant step forward in the ministry's ongoing efforts to enhance…
12 Aug
5 The Federal Government plans to provide affordable housing for men and officers of the Nigerian Air Force and all classes of Nigerians, within the low, middle and high-level income levels. To this end, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development is preparing to offer its estate in Bauchi State to the Nigerian Air Force…
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After borrowing an estimated N5.63 trillion from local investors through the FGN Bond in the first 11 months of the year, the Federal Government, through the Debt Management Office (DMO), has offered a subscription to two savings bonds at 17.48 per cent and 18.48 per cent interest rate to end the year.
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The Kaduna Governor, Uba Sani, has presented a budget proposal of N790 billion for the year 2025, prioritising critical sectors such as infrastructure, human capital development, security, and agriculture in the state. While presenting the draft budget at the Kaduna State House of Assembly on Monday, the governor stated that his administration adopted a conservative…
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The Presidency has spoken on the urgent need for the recently proposed Tax Reform Bills, stating that Nigeria "can not continue on this path or wait for 20 years if this country is to deliver the prosperity we need for our people." This was disclosed in a statement by President Bola Tinubu's spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga,…
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Edo State Governor, Sen. Monday Okpebholo, on Monday, approved the immediate reinstatement of staff members of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, who were disengaged from service in March 2023. This was contained in a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Musa Ikhilor. It was recalled that the staff, primarily members of the…
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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has made its largest asset recovery since its inception in 2003 after a court ordered the final forfeiture of an estate in Abuja measuring 150,500 square metres and containing 753 units of duplexes and other apartments belonging to a former government official. The ruling on the estate, located…
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Senator Shehu Sani stated that prison was a better experience for him compared to the military underground cell where he was initially detained in 1995. Sani revealed this when he spoke at the public presentation of Senator Chris Anyanwu’s autobiography, Bold Leap, held at the National Universities Commission (NUC) auditorium in Abuja. The human rights…
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Ahead of the 2027 general election, Obi of Onitsha, Alfred Achebe, on Monday, said Nigeria is ripe to have a female president. Citing an example of the United Kingdom, which has had three female prime ministers, the monarch expressed confidence that a female president would perform well for the country. The traditional ruler made the…
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The Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Epe branch, Dr S.O. Jimoh, has described the term "judicial corruption" as mere name-calling, asserting that corruption is a systemic issue affecting all facets of society. Speaking with journalists in Lagos, Dr Jimoh said that singling out the judiciary for corruption is misleading and unfair. He confirmed…
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Terrorists have planted land mines on roads leading to some communities in Zamfara State where they operate in order to prevent soldiers from rescuing kidnapped victims. The terrorists operating in the Dansadau and Yargaladima communities of Maru Local Government Area in Zamfara State, allegedly led by Dogo Gide, reportedly adopted the guerrilla war strategy…
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December is here, and for many Nigerians, it’s the perfect time to reconnect with family, attend events, and soak in the festive cheer. Whether you’re heading to the village for the holidays or visiting loved ones in the city, this period is always bustling with travel plans and excitement. However, it’s also the year's busiest…