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The Adamawa State Government has approved the sale of 1,000 housing units at the State Housing Estate, Malkohi, in Yola South Local Government Area.
The estate, which had been stalled for years due to inflation and economic challenges, is now being completed under the administration of Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri.
Speaking at a press briefing in Yola on Thursday, the Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development, Hon. Abdullahi Adamu Pirambe, who also chaired the housing estate committee, described the development as a significant milestone in addressing the housing needs of civil servants in the state.
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He explained that Governor Fintiri had approved the sale and allocation of some of the houses to civil servants, adding that the approved prices are ₦9,706,195.47 for two-bedroom flats and ₦11,708,194.59 for three-bedroom flats.
According to him, the committee worked diligently to ensure that the allocation process remains transparent and fair, noting that offer letters would soon be distributed to beneficiaries as directed by the governor.
Hon. Pirambe also disclosed that the original master plan of the estate is being implemented, with new facilities under construction. These include perimeter fencing for enhanced security, drainage systems, and security outposts with barracks to safeguard residents.
The commissioner expressed gratitude to Governor Fintiri on behalf of the people of Adamawa State for his commitment to infrastructural development.
“The completion and allocation of these housing units will go a long way in addressing the accommodation challenges of civil servants and further strengthen confidence in this government,” he said.
Also speaking, Dauda Mohammed Galadima, Managing Director of the Adamawa State Mortgage Bank, revealed that the bank is seeking funding support from the Family Homes Fund and the Federal Mortgage Bank to make access easier for workers.
He explained that workers would be able to domicile their salaries with the bank and make monthly payments, while those with additional income sources could make upfront payments if they wished.
In his remarks, Dr. Nyalas Batholomew, who represented the labour union, commended Governor Fintiri on behalf of organized labour. He noted that affordability analysis was a critical part of the allocation process and assured that any worker able to meet the payment requirements would be given the opportunity to purchase a house under the scheme.
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