The Federal Housing Authority (FHA) has officially kicked off President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Housing Programme in Akwa Ibom State, marking a major step toward addressing Nigeria’s critical housing deficit.
The decision to launch this flagship federal initiative in Akwa Ibom is a direct result of the strong partnership and goodwill extended by the state government.
A Model of Federal-State Collaboration
During the unveiling, FHA Managing Director, Mr. Ojo, highlighted the exceptional support received from the state Governor.
> “We are beginning the fulfillment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s promise to renew the hope of Nigerians by providing livable and affordable houses,” Ojo stated, emphasizing that the importance of decent shelter cannot be overstated.
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The FHA boss specifically recalled the Governor’s early encouragement and the crucial donation of free land for the project, noting that the state’s reception “has not been matched anywhere.”
This project is significant as it establishes the FHA’s presence in Akwa Ibom for the first time in its over 50-year history, creating not just houses, but “a livable and affordable environment.”
More Than Just Housing
This housing scheme is designed to provide affordable, quality, and sustainable homes for low- and middle-income earners. The collaboration model sees the state government providing land and support infrastructure, while the FHA oversees construction and delivery.
The anticipated impact goes beyond providing roofs over heads:
* Job Creation: The project’s value chain is expected to stimulate economic growth and create numerous employment opportunities in the state.
* National Rollout: The Akwa Ibom launch is just the beginning. The FHA has completed procurement processes and is also planning ground-breaking ceremonies in Kaduna, Abia, Ogun, Ekiti, Kogi, and Adamawa states.
* Ending Abandonment: In line with the President’s directive, the FHA is also actively completing and commissioning inherited, previously abandoned projects.
Akwa Ibom’s Commitment to Welfare
Governor Eno, in his remarks, thanked the Federal Government for choosing Akwa Ibom as the launch site, noting that such projects perfectly align with his administration’s focus on accelerated development.
The Governor stressed that the welfare of civil servants and residents remains a top priority, citing other state housing initiatives like the Aviation City, Judicial City, Legislative, and Executive estates. He also assured the FHA of continued support, including extending the state’s robust security architecture to protect the housing site and urging for the project’s speedy completion.
The Renewed Hope Housing Scheme is set to be a key driver in tackling Nigeria’s housing gap and advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals on sustainable cities.
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