Governor Abiodun’s Housing Drive: Ogun State On Track For 10,000 Homes, Affordable Housing And Urban Renewal In Action

Ogun State has delivered over 5,000 housing units across its three senatorial districts since 2019, with additional projects at advanced stages of construction. Governor Dapo Abiodun has described this housing drive as a central part of his ISEYA agenda, under which social well-being and welfare are key pillars of governance. “We are committed to ensuring that every citizen has access to safe and affordable housing. It is not just about numbers; it is about lives transformed,” the Governor has remarked.

Housing projects have been spread across Ogun Central, Ogun East, and Ogun West, reflecting an attempt to ensure geographic balance. In Ogun Central, completed and ongoing developments include Kobape Estate (Phases 1, 2, and 3), Prince Court Estate, President Muhammadu Buhari Estate, King’s Court Estate, and a regeneration programme at the Old Government Reservation Area (GRA) in Abeokuta. “These estates represent more than concrete and bricks; they represent opportunity, stability, and a sense of home,” Governor Abiodun said, noting that several thousand units are at varying stages of completion. Ogun East has seen housing delivery at the Gateway Aviation Village in Iperu-Remo and Prince Court Estate in Sagamu, while Ogun West has recorded completed units at the Ilaro Housing Scheme. According to the Governor, all these initiatives are progress toward the administration’s target of delivering 10,000 housing units by 2027.

Affordability has been central to the programme. Two-bedroom apartments at Kobape and Kempta were initially offered to civil servants at prices below ₦5 million, with slightly higher pricing for members of the general public. “Our focus is not speculation; it is access. We want people to afford homes without being priced out of their own communities,” Governor Abiodun emphasised. Current market valuations show that similar properties now cost significantly more, highlighting the administration’s foresight in prioritising citizen access over market trends.

Beyond new construction, Ogun State’s housing initiative has included urban regeneration. Abeokuta’s Old GRA has benefited from infrastructure upgrades covering roads, drainage, street lighting, and residential rehabilitation. “Reviving our older communities is as important as building new estates. Every citizen deserves dignity and comfort in their environment,” the Governor said, noting that community leaders have welcomed the transformation of areas that had previously suffered from neglect.

Housing delivery has also created economic ripple effects. Construction activities across multiple sites have generated jobs for artisans, engineers, suppliers, and transport operators. Governor Abiodun noted that increased homeownership strengthens internally generated revenue through land documentation, planning approvals, and service charges, while vibrant residential communities stimulate commerce and transport services in new estates. Developments such as the Gateway Aviation Village have been strategically located near emerging economic hubs, aligning residential growth with industrial, logistics, and agricultural opportunities.

Nigeria faces a housing deficit estimated at more than 20 million units. In states neighbouring Lagos, demand is heightened by migration patterns tied to employment opportunities in the commercial capital. “Our housing programme offers practical solutions to these challenges,” Governor Abiodun said. “We are giving our people homes close to work, reducing commuting burdens, and creating communities that thrive economically and socially.”

As construction continues across multiple sites, the Ogun State Government remains focused on meeting its 2027 housing target while expanding access across income categories and senatorial districts. The data underscores that housing delivery has become a measurable component of the state’s social welfare strategy, combining new construction, urban renewal, and pricing controls into a cohesive policy framework. “This is governance in action,” the Governor concluded. “It is about delivering on our promises, providing dignity, and ensuring that our people live not just in houses, but in homes where they can thrive.”