Lagos aims to finish 2,000 housing units by May next year.

Segun James

The Lagos state government reaffirmed its pledge to finish and hand over 2,000 housing units to residents, focusing on those under construction in the Abraham Adesanya and Sangotedo areas of Ibeju Lekki, which are slated for completion before the end of its administration.

During a site visit to ongoing housing projects, Housing Commissioner Moruf Akinderu‑Fatai confirmed this commitment, expressing satisfaction with the progress yet urging contractors to speed up their work.

Akinderu‑Fatai said the government was closely monitoring the projects to ensure timely delivery and value for money. “We are here with the Permanent Secretary, directors and members of the ministry’s technical team to inspect the projects and assess the level of work done,” he said.

He noted that the developments are being carried out under Public‑Private Partnership (PPP) arrangements designed to expand access to affordable housing for Lagos residents.

He revealed that four major housing schemes are underway statewide, together offering more than 2,000 units.

“It is the intention of this government to ensure that these projects are completed as quickly as possible before the end of this administration,” he said.

However, he voiced concerns about the slow pace on certain projects and said the ministry had flagged several technical issues that need urgent resolution.

“We are not completely satisfied with the current pace of work. We have noticed some technical issues which we will resolve with the contractors. We intend to intensify our inspections and push the contractors to meet the agreed timelines,” he said.

He added that if contractors improve their performance, some projects could be delivered between October and November this year. He warned that the state would not hesitate to sanction or replace contractors who fail to perform.

“If the government has provided the necessary funding and a contractor is still not delivering as expected, we will take appropriate action. Contractors must cooperate with the government’s determination to complete these projects,” he stated.

He explained that inflation and the sharp rise in building material costs had substantially delayed project timelines, prompting contractors to request cost reviews and extensions.

“These projects should have been completed about three years ago, but inflation and the increase in the prices of construction materials affected progress. We have addressed those challenges, and our focus now is on delivery,” he said.

He reiterated Governor Babajide Sanwo‑Olu’s administration’s commitment to expanding housing infrastructure and to completing ongoing projects for the benefit of Lagos residents.