The Minister for Housing and Urban Development, Engr. Muttaqha Rabe Darma, has reiterated the federal government's dedication to creating a favorable environment for housing investment in Nigeria. He made this statement during a meeting with the CEO of Shelter Advisory Services, Dr. Olayemi Rotimi Shodinmu, ahead of the upcoming Renewed Hope Housing PPP Summit in Abuja. The visit aimed to provide updates on the summit's arrangements.
Government Commitment to Housing Sector
Darma declared, "Our Ministry is proud to partner with Shelter Advisory Services for the 2nd Edition of the Summit taking place on the 12th of May 2026 at the Yar'Adua Centre. Housing is more than shelter; it is a foundation for economic growth, job creation, and national development." According to the Housing Minister, under the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the government is strengthening Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) to unlock investment, scale delivery, and expand access to affordable homes.
Summit Objectives
Earlier, the convener, Dr. Olayemi Rotimi, informed the minister that the Summit aims to move the housing conversation beyond strategy into sustained delivery, translating policy clarity into investable projects and measurable impact for Nigerian cities and communities. He added, "The Summit recognises Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) as the most viable pathway for mobilising long-term finance, aligning public land and infrastructure with private sector expertise, and delivering housing at the scale Nigeria urgently requires."
Technical Workshop
A technical training workshop for heads of housing agencies and developers will be held the day after the summit, focusing on leveraging PPPs and Joint Ventures for housing development. The workshop aims to structure housing financing for viable housing PPPs to accelerate housing delivery in Nigeria.
Expected Dignitaries
Vice President Kashim Shettima is expected to serve as the Special Guest of Honour, with a Ministerial address to be delivered by Engr. Muttaqha Rabe Darma. The summit's Keynote address will be delivered by Elena Panaritis, Founder of Thought4Action and an international expert in property rights reform, informal economies, and PPP-driven housing development.
