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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Muttaqha Darma as Nigeria’s Minister of Housing and Urban Development following a cabinet reshuffle aimed at strengthening governance and accelerating policy delivery. The swearing-in, held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, reflects the administration’s strategic focus on repositioning the housing sector to address structural challenges, including a deficit estimated at over 20 million units, according to the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria.
Tinubu Appoints Muttaqha Darma as Housing Minister Following Cabinet Reshuffle
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sworn in Muttaqha Darma as Nigeria’s new Minister of Housing, marking a significant shift in the federal government’s approach to housing policy and delivery. The appointment follows a recent cabinet reshuffle aimed at repositioning key ministries to address economic and infrastructure challenges.
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New Housing Minister Targets Nigeria’s 20 Million Housing Deficit
Nigeria’s newly appointed Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Muttaqha Rabe Darma, has set a clear policy direction to address the country’s estimated 20 million housing deficit. Speaking shortly after his inauguration by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Abuja, Darma outlined a reform-driven approach anchored on innovation, efficiency, and strategic planning..
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Taiwo Oyedele Assumes Office as Nigeria’s Finance Minister
Taiwo Oyedele has officially assumed office as Nigeria’s Minister of Finance, marking a significant leadership transition within the country’s economic management framework. The appointment, confirmed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, forms part of ongoing efforts to strengthen fiscal governance and accelerate economic reforms.
Lagos Signs Power Deals to Boost Generation Capacity to 400MW
The Lagos State Government has signed a series of power purchase agreements and concession arrangements with three independent power producers to increase electricity generation capacity to between 200MW and 400MW over the next two to three years. The agreements, formalised at Lagos House in Marina, represent a key step in the state’s strategy to improve power reliability and reduce dependence on the national grid.
Resident Doctors Suspend Nationwide Strike After Federal Government Commitments
The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors has suspended its planned indefinite nationwide strike following fresh commitments from the Federal Government on key welfare issues. The decision, announced after an emergency National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held virtually, reflects renewed engagement between both parties aimed at preventing disruption to Nigeria’s healthcare system.
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