The Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Alhaji Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to ensuring that all buildings in Nigeria meet the highest standards of safety, durability, and sustainability.
Minister Ata made the declaration during the inauguration of the National Building Code Advisory Committee at the Ministry’s headquarters in Abuja.
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The National Building Code is a critical regulatory instrument that sets minimum standards for pre-design, construction, and post-construction stages.
“The National Building Code is essential for addressing existing challenges such as unplanned towns and cities, building collapses, and using non-professionals and untested products,” Ata said.
“We are determined to ensure that every Nigerian home, office, school, hospital, and place of assembly is built to specifications that guarantee safety, durability, and sustainability.” He added.
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Minister Ata then charged the committee members to bring their professional expertise, integrity, and patriotic commitment to their work.
The National Council on Housing and Urban Development initiated the process of developing the National Building Code to address these issues and ensure Nigeria’s building industry meets international standards.
Earlier in his opening remarks, the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Shuaibu Lamido Belgore, represented by Mr. Temitope Samuel, highlighted the importance of standardised and safe building practices in Nigeria.
The National Building Code aims to safeguard lives and property, boost investor confidence, and enhance global competitiveness.
Saying that the Minister, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, is committed to providing affordable housing without compromising safety and quality.
The committee’s formation reflects the ministry’s dedication to ensuring that Nigeria’s building industry meets international standards, which is expected to positively impact Nigeria’s youth environment.
The committee’s work will play a critical role in achieving these objectives and ensuring that Nigeria’s building industry meets the highest standards of safety, durability, and sustainability.