The Federal Government has issued a strong warning to contractors handling the Renewed Hope Housing Projects, threatening to demolish substandard structures and revoke contracts of non-compliant firms. Naija247news gathered that the warning was issued by the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, during an inspection tour of housing sites across the country.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!According to Naija247news, Dangiwa expressed dissatisfaction with the quality of work in some projects, describing it as unacceptable and a betrayal of the government’s vision to provide affordable and durable housing for Nigerians. “We will not tolerate any form of compromise in the quality of these projects. Any structure that fails to meet the required standards will be demolished, and erring contractors will face severe penalties,” the minister stated.
Naija247news understands that the Renewed Hope Housing Projects, a flagship initiative of the Bola Tinubu administration, aim to deliver over 100,000 housing units nationwide. The projects are designed to address Nigeria’s housing deficit and provide decent accommodation for low- and middle-income earners.
According to Naija247news, Dangiwa emphasized that the government would not hesitate to revoke the contracts of contractors who fail to adhere to specifications. He also warned that such firms would be blacklisted from future government projects. “We are committed to delivering quality housing for Nigerians, and we will not allow a few unscrupulous individuals to derail this vision,” he added.
Naija247news reports that the minister’s warning has sent shockwaves through the construction industry, with many contractors scrambling to review their work and ensure compliance with government standards. Stakeholders have praised the government’s tough stance, describing it as a necessary step to safeguard public interest.
According to Naija247news, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development has set up a task force to monitor the progress and quality of all housing projects under the Renewed Hope initiative. The task force will conduct regular inspections and submit reports to the minister for immediate action.
Naija247news gathered that the federal government’s commitment to quality housing has been welcomed by Nigerians, many of whom have expressed frustration over the poor state of public infrastructure. “This is a step in the right direction. We need houses that are safe and durable, not substandard structures that will collapse in a few years,” said a resident of Abuja who spoke to Naija247news.
As the government intensifies its efforts to deliver quality housing, Naija247news will continue to monitor developments and provide updates on the Renewed Hope Housing Projects. The warning to contractors underscores the administration’s determination to prioritize the welfare of Nigerians and ensure value for public funds.
