RADP / Pulse Nigeria > News > business

'Nigerians need better, but affordable houses' - FCT Minister

March 10, 2016 2:04 PM

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Malam Muhammad Bello, is advocating for affordable properties for Nigerians.

Malam Muhammad Bello, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT)

Malam

In a multi-disciplinary meeting of all building professionals, he urged them to stop cutting corners when building houses.

READ: 'Avoid shortcuts, and approach housing as a system, not a brick-and-mortar problem'- readers tell Buhari

Mallam Bello cited an example, where houses, in estates, are built without providing space for trees, gardens or play grounds.

The minister said quality is just as important as fast house delivery.

He also stressed the need for architects, engineers, town planners, surveyors and builders to work together in order to build better, but affordable houses.

Architects Registration Council of Nigeria (ARCON), Architects Registration Council of Nigeria, e.t.c, were in attendance.

Inemesit Udodiong Inem Udodiong is the Entertainment Editor. A movie buff, film critic with a core interest in African cinema, and wellness. Reach her via inem.udodiong@pulse.ng

Enhance Your Pulse News Experience!

Get rewards worth up to $20 when selected to participate in our exclusive focus group. Your input will help us to make informed decisions that align with your needs and preferences.

I've got feedback!