The Jigawa State Executive Council has approved N853 million for the purchase of 86 housing units from the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development.
State Commissioner for Information, Mr. Sagir Musa, disclosed the approval after the council meeting in Dutse.
He stated that the acquisition aims to address accommodation challenges facing public servants and other beneficiaries in the state.
The initiative aligns with Governor Umar Namadi’s 12-Point Agenda on housing and urban development.
The agenda is designed to promote decent shelter, reduce housing deficits, and enhance living standards across the state.
At approximately N9.92 million per unit, the purchase falls within the federally subsidised estate pricing range.
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This is comparable to government-funded one-bedroom units under the Renewed Hope Estates Programme, which cost between N8 million and N9 million.
The state government continues its focus on welfare and development programmes.
It had previously approved N7 billion for the 2025 dry season rice cultivation programme.
The government also approved N1.6 billion for the 2026 Dry Season Workers’ Agricultural Support Programme.
The housing units purchase reflects the administration’s commitment to expanding affordable housing access for public servants.
