The commissioner made this known on Tuesday during a ministerial briefing to mark the second year of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s second term. He noted that the state’s investments in housing have continued to yield both infrastructural and economic dividends.

“In the last six years, activities within the housing sector created around 13,749 jobs across Lagos,” Akinderu-Fatai stated. “These roles cut across skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled categories, with 2024 alone accounting for 5,287 new employment opportunities.”

He also revealed that as of December 2024, the state’s housing projects had positively impacted 28,507 households, demonstrating the broad reach of government-led development efforts.

To ensure consistent quality across construction sites, the Ministry has prioritized the upskilling of artisans in the building sector. Over 500 individuals benefited from the “Master Craftsman Training Programme,” a six-week technical capacity-building initiative conducted in partnership with the Lagos State Technical and Vocational Board and endorsed by the Nigerian Institute of Building.

Courses offered included masonry, plumbing, electrical work, carpentry, and painting. Participants received not only training but also certification, starter kits, and work gear. The Ministry also worked with contractors and partners to ensure these trained professionals are integrated into ongoing and future projects.

On enforcement and recovery efforts, Akinderu-Fatai disclosed that the ministry had facilitated the recovery of N295.47 million and reclaimed 20 properties through its dispute resolution mechanism.

He explained that the state’s real estate regulatory agency has handled a total of 1,899 property-related disputes to date. Of these, 1,580 cases were subjected to mediation, with 1,243 resolved amicably. A further 23 are pending additional sessions, while 147 were abandoned due to non-attendance by the parties involved. Another 172 cases were redirected to relevant agencies, and eight matters are currently in various courts—including Federal, State, and Magistrate levels.

The commissioner emphasized the importance of the agency’s use of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) to address real estate conflicts efficiently before escalating issues to law enforcement for further action.

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The Minister of Steel Development, Shauibu Audu, has announced the approval of an inter-ministerial committee to oversee three steel development projects, including the revival of the Ajaokuta Steel Mill. The committee, comprising key ministers such as Finance, Industry, Defense, and Solid Minerals Development, aims to secure funding for Ajaokuta’s revitalization, set up a steel company in collaboration with Lu’an Steel Holding Group, and establish a steel plant for Jindal Steel.

Audu revealed that discussions with Lu’an Steel resulted in a commitment to set up a new steel plant in Nigeria, creating thousands of jobs. The company plans to send an advanced team after the Chinese New Year in February 2024. Additionally, President Tinubu’s administration aims to generate over 500,000 jobs if the committee successfully completes all projects.

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The Minister emphasized plans to restart the Ajaokuta Steel Plant’s light steel mill, costing between $2 to $5 million for the entire plant and N35 billion for the living steel section. This initiative aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda, supporting the Ministry of Works in constructing 30,000 kilometers of roads with locally produced iron rods.

Audu also shared updates on Jindal Steel’s $5 billion investment commitment, stating efforts to find an ideal location, potentially the Furthermore, the committee is working on establishing military hardware capabilities at Ajaokuta steel plant with assistance from a Chinese team.

In response to Ajaokuta Steel Company’s disconnection from the national grid due to a N33 billion electricity debt, the Minister expressed plans to investigate the accumulated debt and ensure it does not impede the revival efforts. He highlighted the need for collaboration and support from various stakeholders to successfully revive Ajaokuta after 45 years of non-operation.

Source: Thenation Newspaper

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