ABUJA, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)-The outgoing Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, has thanked President Bola Tinubu for the opportunity to serve in the Federal Executive Council and contribute to the implementation of the Renewed Hope Agenda.
Tinubu, in a memo signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, on Tuesday, announced the removal of Dangiwa and the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, from their cabinet roles.
The President also named Katsina-born Dr. Muttaqha Darma as Minister-designate to succeed Dangiwa in the Housing and Urban Development Ministry.
In a statement issued by his Special Assistant on Media and Strategy, Mark Chieshe, Dangiwa described his time in office as both a privilege and a call to serve the nation.
He said he felt honoured to have been given the responsibility of spearheading reforms in Nigeria’s housing and urban development sector.
“I wish to sincerely thank Mr President for the confidence he reposed in me to serve as Honourable Minister of Housing and Urban Development. It has been a rare privilege to contribute to the advancement of policies and programmes aimed at expanding access to affordable housing for Nigerians,” he said.
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The outgoing minister noted that under Tinubu’s leadership, the ministry made notable progress in repositioning the housing sector as a driver of economic growth, job creation, and social inclusion.
He cited the rollout of the Renewed Hope Housing Programme, strengthened public-private partnerships in housing delivery, and ongoing reforms in land administration and housing finance as key achievements during his tenure.
Dangiwa also appreciated members of the Federal Executive Council, government colleagues, heads of housing institutions, development partners, and ministry staff for their support and collaboration.
“I am grateful to my colleagues in the Federal Executive Council, stakeholders across the housing value chain, and the dedicated staff of the ministry and its agencies for their commitment and hard work. Together, we laid strong foundations for a more structured and sustainable housing delivery system in Nigeria,” he added.
While acknowledging the directive to hand over in line with the President’s decision, he assured of a smooth and orderly transition, reaffirming his commitment to the continued success of the ministry and the broader goals of the Renewed Hope Agenda.
He also extended his best wishes to the incoming leadership, expressing confidence that the ministry would build on existing progress and accelerate delivery in the sector.
Dangiwa reaffirmed his dedication to national development and pledged continued support for efforts aimed at advancing housing, infrastructure, and economic growth in Nigeria.