By Seyi Odewale
The Lagos State Government has disclosed that it has delivered 9,970 housing units to residents over the past six years as part of ongoing efforts to close the housing gap in the state. The administration now targets a cumulative delivery of 14,022 affordable homes by the end of its tenure in 2027.
This was revealed yesterday by the state Commissioner for Housing, Moruf Akinderu-Fatai, during the Ministerial Press Briefing to mark the second anniversary of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s second term in office.
The event at Alausa in Ikeja showcased the strides made under the THEMES+ agenda in addressing housing challenges in Africa’s most populous city.
According to Akinderu-Fatai, the Sanwo-Olu administration has adopted a multi-pronged strategy, combining public sector investment and Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs), to deliver affordable homes to Lagosians—especially low- and middle-income earners.
“Specifically, the state has constructed 3,994 units through direct budgetary funding, while an additional 5,976 homes were delivered through PPP initiatives. These developments have spanned all five administrative divisions of the state,” he said.
The commissioner highlighted that 21 housing estates have been delivered since 2019, including the recently commissioned Egan-Igando Mixed Housing Estate (Cluster 1), which added 270 two-bedroom units to the state’s housing stock.
To sustain this momentum, Akinderu-Fatai revealed that the Ministry of Housing is implementing 20 additional housing schemes. Among the prominent ongoing projects are:
Egan-Igando Mixed Housing Scheme (Cluster II & III): 576 units, scheduled for completion by Q1 2026.
Others include “Lagoshoms Sangotedo Phase 2 (Eti-Osa East LCDA): 528 units, due by Q3 2025. Epe Housing Scheme, Itamarun: 112 units, targeted for Q4 2025.
“LagosHOMS Ajara in Badagry: 420 units, completion expected before the end of 2025. LagosHOMS Ibeshe Phase 2, Ikorodu: ongoing.”
The commissioner also praised Governor Sanwo-Olu’s leadership and policy direction, describing it as visionary and impactful.
“His unwavering support for the housing sector has earned the state numerous accolades and transformed lives across all income brackets,” Akinderu-Fatai stated.
To further support essential workers, the commissioner disclosed that 129 housing units have been allocated to teachers across the state’s educational districts in line with Governor Sanwo-Olu’s directive.
He reiterated that the administration’s commitment to housing is not just about structures, but also about improving the quality of life, stimulating the economy, and creating jobs in the construction and real estate sectors.
The state government encourages private sector involvement by offering streamlined approvals, tax incentives, and innovative financing models.
He noted that these policies are aimed at attracting investors and developers to deepen housing delivery for the low—and medium-income demographic.
As Lagos continues to experience rapid population growth, the administration believes that sustained investment in housing will be key to reducing urban congestion and slum proliferation and ensuring a more liveable city for future generations.
