Stanbic IBTC Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing inclusive housing in Nigeria by calling for stronger integration between policy formulation, capital mobilisation, and project execution.
The lender made this position known at the 2026 Wemabod Real Estate Outlook Conference themed “Unlocking Land and Infrastructure for Inclusive Housing.”
Coordinated Frameworks Beyond Financing
Stanbic IBTC emphasised that delivering sustainable and dignified housing solutions requires more than access to funding. It noted that effective housing development depends on coordinated frameworks that unlock land availability, integrate infrastructure planning from inception, and align public- and private-sector participation.
The bank described this alignment as a “policy–capital–execution nexus” necessary for scaling housing projects that generate long-term economic value while expanding access to quality shelter.
Speaking during a fireside discussion, the Chief Executive of Stanbic IBTC Bank, Wole Adeniyi, stated that inclusive asset development is critical to sustainable economic growth.
“Sustainable growth is impossible without inclusive assets, and inclusive housing cannot be achieved without intentionally unlocking land and aligning infrastructure from the outset,” he said, adding that the institution remains committed to supporting frameworks that deliver long-term value and opportunity for Nigerians.
Collaboration as a Catalyst
Also speaking at the conference, the Head of Real Estate Finance at Stanbic IBTC Capital, Tola Akinhanmi, stressed that inclusive housing requires multi-stakeholder collaboration.
She noted that government agencies, development institutions, private-sector players, financiers, professionals, and host communities must work in concert to create viable and scalable housing models aligned with regional economic priorities.
Rethinking Urban Development
In his opening remarks, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Wemabod Limited, Bashir Oladunni, highlighted the need for a strategic shift in housing development patterns.
He advocated gradual migration from densely populated urban centres to well-planned regional growth corridors, supported by efficient transportation networks and coordinated land-use planning. According to him, such an approach would stimulate economic activity and reduce pressure on overstretched metropolitan areas.
Industry Dialogue and Outlook
The conference served as a platform for policy dialogue, partnership building, and the exchange of actionable strategies aimed at transforming Nigeria’s real estate landscape.
Industry stakeholders examined innovative models for affordable housing delivery, infrastructure financing, and sustainable urban development.
Stanbic IBTC reiterated its intention to remain at the forefront of Nigeria’s housing transformation agenda through strategic partnerships designed to broaden access to affordable housing and foster inclusive economic growth.
