Belgore Advocates for Stronger Housing Systems in Nigeria

Dr. Shuaib Belgore, the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, stated that stronger mortgage financing, improved land administration, and effective institutions are essential to accelerate affordable housing delivery in Nigeria. He made these remarks while presiding over the 15th Meeting of the National Council on Lands, Housing and Urban Development (NCLHUD) in Sokoto State.

Belgore identified access to finance, availability of land, and institutional effectiveness as the three major pillars necessary for improving housing delivery. He stressed the importance of a mortgage system that caters to low- and middle-income earners, advocating for accessible mortgage options to boost homeownership.

Belgore also highlighted the need for better land planning and administration, calling for collaboration between Federal and State Governments to address land-related challenges. He urged for stronger institutions at all levels to ensure effective policy implementation and accountability, while advocating for an inclusive housing delivery system that considers Nigeria's socioeconomic diversity.