The Chief Executive Officer of Reftop Homes Limited, David Assogba, has called on the government to implement a robust and effective housing policy to address Nigeria’s housing deficit and drive the development of affordable mass housing.

Assogba made the call at the company’s first inaugural meeting with its Board of Advisory members, which was held in Lagos recently.

He emphasised the urgent need for a robust and effective housing policy to address Nigeria’s housing deficit and drive the development of affordable mass housing.

“Adequately utilising the housing sector can serve as a vital tool for economic recovery, empower citizens, and reduce unemployment.

He said, “Government agencies at all levels collaborate with professional bodies in the built environment and research institutions to develop homegrown solutions that are efficient and sustainable.”

At the meeting, the board members called on governments and key industry players in the real estate sector to collectively address Nigeria’s housing deficit.

A member of the Board of Directors, Dr. Akin Akinpelu, said there was a need for stakeholders to join hands towards providing good and affordable housing for Nigeria’s growing population.

“Bridging the housing deficit is part of navigating economic challenges, and the only solution is to provide a platform for sustainable housing development that ensures adequate, secure, and affordable housing,” he stated.

According to him, the sector had numerous challenges that must be tackled together with clarity and courage.

Akinpelu, therefore, urged government at all levels as well as stakeholders in the real estate sector, especially developers, to take proactive steps towards ensuring that housing challenges were addressed.

Other members of the Board are Kayode Ajibade, Funmi Sessi, Lolade Alli, Eizu Uwaoma, and Dr. David Assogba.