The Nigeria Customs Service has announced a major initiative to address the housing challenges faced by its officers, unveiling plans to provide 5,000 affordable housing units across Nigeria.
Bashir Adeniyi, the Comptroller-General, revealed the groundbreaking initiative during the commissioning ceremony of COOP Pacesetter Estate at Ajoda in Ibadan, Oyo State capital. He emphasized the formation of a strategic partnership with the Cooperative Mortgage Bank to establish a sustainable housing solution, aiming to construct 5,000 housing units nationwide. This initiative is designed to provide a stable foundation for officers, empowering them to invest in their families and future, ultimately enhancing their effectiveness in serving the nation.
Tajudeen Aiyeola, the President of the Cooperative Association of Nigeria, urged state governors to take deliberate actions on low-cost housing for Nigerian citizens, emphasizing that achieving substantial provision for affordable housing is possible with government interest. This would involve encouraging local production of housing materials, cost reduction, and facilitating access to work-based loans. Aiyeola also stressed the need for government support and subsidies to benefit Nigerian citizens, commending the Customs Service for its programs that benefit the people.
Additionally, the state governor, Seyi Makinde, expressed his support for the initiative, noting that it would contribute to the economic development of the state. He commended the Customs CG for the endeavor and urged everyone to support it.
