Says every Nigerian deserves decent, affordable housing
President Bola Tinubu has performed the groundbreaking for the construction of 3,112 Renewed Hope City in Karsana, Abuja, and reiterated his administration’s resolve to provide decent and affordable housing for Nigerians.
The project is part of the 20,000 housing units to be delivered in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) under a Public Private Partnership Arrangement implemented by the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development.
It represents the first practical expression of the administration’s desire to implement a New City Development Plan under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
The President said under the plan, integrated living communities that will redefine the essence of residential living for Nigerians nationwide will be built, emphasising his vision to build dynamic, integrated and self-sustaining communities, equipped with amenities to enhance the quality of living.
He added: “This includes well-connected access and internal roads, provision of reliable and uninterrupted electricity, facilities for accessible and quality medical services as well as educational institutions to provide learning environments that nurture knowledge and skills.
“Our goal is to increase the sense of togetherness, improve the health and productivity of our citizens and reduce pressure on city centres. On this note, I am today directing the Minister of FCT and the Minister of Works to provide access to all Renewed Hope Cities and Estates projects to increase accessibility and livability starting with this site in Karsana.
“This is because my administration believes that every Nigerian deserves to have access to shelter that is affordable and adequate.”
Tinubu stated that beyond the moral imperative of providing decent and affordable housing for citizens, his administration also recognises the immense potential of housing as a catalyst for inclusive economic growth.
He added: “It is with this understanding that we have classified housing as essential social infrastructure and made it a major priority for economic growth and Job creation. At 25 direct and indirect jobs per house, the 20,000 housing units planned for FCT alone will create 500,000 jobs.”
On his administration’s determination to ensure that Nigeria’s housing deficit is bridged, the President said he resolved to face the challenge with the boldness and urgency it requires.
He expressed commitment to providing the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development with all that is required to ensure that his administration makes a historic difference in the housing and urban development landscape of the country.
