Housing Minister Hails Dangote Cement, Seeks Collaboration to Tackle Nigeria’s Housing Deficit

Housing Minister Hails Dangote Cement, Seeks Collaboration to Tackle Nigeria’s Housing Deficit

Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, visits the Exhibition Stand of the Dangote Cement Plc at the ongoing Africa International Housing Show in Abuja...Tuesday.

Abuja, Nigeria – July 30, 2025 | The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, has commended Dangote Cement Plc for its significant contributions to Nigeria’s economic growth and called on the company to partner with the federal government to address the country’s deepening housing deficit.

Speaking during a visit to the Dangote Cement exhibition stand at the ongoing Africa International Housing Show (AIHS) in Abuja, the minister praised the company’s role in driving industrial development and urged it to channel more resources toward affordable housing projects.

“We recognize Dangote Cement’s pivotal role in our economy and urge them to sustain and expand their efforts, particularly in the housing sector,” Dangiwa stated. “Through strategic collaboration, we can jointly deliver affordable homes to millions of Nigerians in need.”

Nigeria is currently grappling with an estimated housing deficit of over 20 million units, fueled by factors such as rapid urbanization, population growth, and limited access to low-cost housing. The minister emphasized that bridging this gap will require strong public-private partnerships (PPP), with companies like Dangote Cement taking the lead in socially impactful investments.

Also speaking at the event, the AIHS Coordinator, Barr. Festus Adebayo, echoed the minister’s call and urged the private sector to incorporate housing development into their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. He noted that sustainable collaboration between government and private organizations is key to reducing the housing shortfall.

Dangote Cement Plc is a major sponsor of the 19th edition of the Africa International Housing Show, which is being held at the Transcorp Hilton, Abuja. The event, which commenced on Monday, has attracted stakeholders and participants from 21 countries across the continent.

In a statement, Dangote Cement Plc confirmed its sponsorship and participation in the high-profile event, describing it as an opportunity to engage with key players in Africa’s housing sector. The company said this year’s theme — “Reimagining Housing Through Innovation, Collaboration and Policy” — aligns with its core values and ongoing commitment to supporting inclusive infrastructure and urban development.

The company also announced that Thursday, July 30, has been designated as its Special Day at the show, during which it will showcase its housing-focused innovations and explore potential partnerships with government agencies, developers, and other stakeholders.

Dangote Cement, a subsidiary of Dangote Industries Limited, remains a leading player in the construction sector, producing cement critical to housing, infrastructure, and commercial development projects across Nigeria and beyond.