FG Takes Action Against Defaulting Housing Contractors

The Federal Government of Nigeria, under the leadership of Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Muttaqha Darma, is addressing the issue of defaulting contractors involved in housing projects. During an inspection in Katsina State, Darma expressed dissatisfaction with the pace of work and warned contractors that failure to complete projects within the agreed timeline, without formally seeking an extension, would lead to accountability measures.

The ministry is legally bound to ensure that contractors notify them of any challenges affecting project delivery. Darma directed the ministry's officials to compile a comprehensive report on ongoing housing projects nationwide, detailing contract award dates, timelines, and current completion levels.

This report is expected to be submitted within days, and appropriate measures will be taken against errant contractors. Despite concerns over delays, Darma noted satisfaction with the quality of completed units in Katsina State, with a technical team conducting final assessments and expressing optimism that 80-90 percent of housing units currently under construction nationwide will be completed for beneficiaries by the end of President Bola Tinubu's administration.