In a major development poised to reshape the affordable housing sector in Nigeria, Infinity Trust Mortgage Bank Plc (ITMB) has successfully secured a 5-billion-naira real estate funding facility under the Ministry of Finance Incorporated Real Estate Investment Fund (MREIF), a government-backed initiative being managed by ARM Investment Managers.
This funding, targeted specifically at low- and middle-income earners, is part of a broader push by the Federal Government to expand mortgage accessibility and bolster housing delivery under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
According to sources familiar with the deal, ITMB is among the first institutions in the mortgage banking space to tap into this strategic fund, signaling its leadership role in providing sustainable home financing.
“This isn’t just capital, it’s a transformative opportunity for everyday Nigerians,” said Mrs. Ngozi Chukwu, the Acting Managing Director/CEO of ITMB, during a briefing in Abuja.
“Our mandate goes beyond mortgage provision. We are here to enable ownership, stability, and dignity through housing. This ₦5 billion facility will allow us to roll out more affordable and flexible mortgage products designed specifically for average income earners.”
With more than 20 years of institutional experience in mortgage financing, ITMB is strategically positioned to utilize this capital injection to close gaps in the housing market. The bank plans to launch a series of tailored products that will feature lower interest rates, longer repayment periods, and reduced entry barriers, especially for first-time buyers and underserved demographics.
The MREIF facility, which is administered by ARM Investment Managers on behalf of the Federal Government, is expected to stimulate broader economic activity by unlocking liquidity within the real estate sector.
It is also intended to catalyze new investments into housing development by reducing the financial bottlenecks that have historically limited both developers and prospective homeowners.
Analysts suggest that this partnership between the public and private sectors could mark a significant turning point in addressing Nigeria’s estimated housing deficit of over 17 million units. By deploying resources through reputable mortgage institutions, the government is aiming for scalable impact enabling thousands of Nigerians to transition from renting to owning homes.
“Infinity Trust Mortgage Bank is committed not just to financing houses, but to building communities and securing futures,” Chukwu emphasized. “With this funding, we will extend our reach and improve our service delivery, while ensuring that the dream of owning a home becomes realistic for a much larger segment of the population.”
ITMB’s involvement in this initiative is widely seen as a vote of confidence in its operational integrity and social impact. Over the years, the bank has financed residential developments and facilitated home purchases for hundreds of Nigerians through customized mortgage solutions.
Housing experts say the ₦5 billion facility could serve as a blueprint for similar interventions in the future encouraging other financial institutions to participate in targeted funding schemes that prioritize affordability and inclusiveness.
The MREIF is part of the Federal Government’s broader effort to stimulate private sector-led growth in the housing sector while addressing systemic financing challenges that have plagued the mortgage industry for decades.
As implementation gains momentum, industry watchers will be monitoring how effectively the funds are deployed, particularly in reaching the demographic groups that the program is designed to serve.
Infinity Trust Mortgage Bank says it is ready.
