Ambassador Tamuno, alongside Chief Investment Officer Abiodun Akanbi and other AIC management staff, welcomed the AIHS delegation including professionals from various sectors, such as housing, real estate, and urban planning.

In the delegation were Ambassador Elijah Onyeagba, former Nigerian Ambassador to Burundi, Tpl Nathaniel Atebije, President of the Nigerian Institute of Town Planners, and Dr. Emmanuel Akinwumi, Ceo , FINPAR Ltd.

The visit discussed ways to strengthen partnerships, particularly in promoting investment in affordable housing and energy through AIHS partners in the Federal Capital Territory. Both sides engaged in discussions aimed at fostering collaboration on housing development, investment opportunities, and creating sustainable housing solutions in Nigeria.

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The meeting addressed shared interests, with Adebayo emphasizing the long-standing partnership between AIHS and AIC, which has spanned over a decade. He acknowledged AIC’s role in supporting housing initiatives and stressed the importance of continued collaboration.

The discussions also explored investment in affordable and rental housing, a key issue for many Nigerians. Dr. Akinwumi highlighted opportunities to leverage underutilized grant resources to support housing projects, while Tpl Atebije underscored the economic role of urban planning in sustainable housing development.

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Ambassador Tamuno expressed her commitment to further strengthening the partnership and highlighted ongoing efforts to improve AIC’s operations under her leadership. She also mentioned AIC’s upcoming Abuja Business and Investment Summit as a step toward fostering broader economic growth.

Both AIHS and AIC agreed to continue working together to address Nigeria’s housing challenges, with a focus on creating livable communities that support economic development. The courtesy visit reinforced their shared goal of improving housing investment in Africa.

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Dr. Maureen Tamuno, the Group Managing Director (GMD) of AICL, disclosed this during her visit to the market on Monday. The visit was aimed at assessing the current state of the market and engaging with key stakeholders, including the Market Association and traders.

Tamuno highlighted the strategic importance of the Kado Fish Market, which serves as a crucial hub for fish-related commerce in Abuja, attracting customers from six to seven neighboring states. During her visit, she observed various market operations, including the use of cold rooms for fish preservation, which play a vital role in sustaining livelihoods and supporting the local economy.

Acknowledging the urgent need for redevelopment, Tamuno pointed out the health risks associated with the market’s aging infrastructure. She emphasized the importance of a collaborative approach that involves both the Market Association and traders to ensure that the redevelopment is conducted in a phased and inclusive manner.

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“In line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s ‘Renewed Hope Agenda,’ the government is focused on engaging the community to ensure their active participation in the redevelopment plans,” Tamuno stated. She added that further meetings are planned to refine the redevelopment strategy, ensuring that it benefits not only the market stakeholders but also the broader community.

Mohammed Ibrahim, Chairman of the Kado Fish Market Traders Association and General Secretary of the National Association of Nigerian Traders, FCT Chapter, acknowledged Tamuno’s visit as the first official engagement with the market since its inception. He noted that previous discussions had been unofficial, and her visit provided an opportunity to review and consider partnership plans with AICL.

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However, Ibrahim also addressed ongoing legal issues, explaining that the matter is currently in court due to a lack of agreement and proper communication with the traders. He expressed hope that Tamuno’s visit would pave the way for meaningful discussions and collaboration.

According to Abuja Digest, while the discussions were generally positive, traders expressed concerns about trust in government-led projects, particularly regarding transparency and their involvement in the redevelopment process. In response, Tamuno reassured them of the administration’s commitment to openness and inclusion.

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