The Nigerian Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa has announced the creation of a new task force to reclaim and protect government lands and properties illegally seized or encroached upon across the country.
The Minister confirmed the move during a visit to Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital.
The task force will bring together the Nigeria Police Force, key ministries, and security agencies in a coordinated nationwide campaign.
“Federal Government lands are not mere parcels of soil but national assets held in trust for all Nigerians.
“They are meant to host housing estates, infrastructure, and public projects that create jobs, drive development, and expand opportunities.
“When they are illegally occupied, development is stalled, investments are wasted, and the collective future of Nigerians is shortchanged,” Dangiwa said.
The minister thanked the police chief for backing the initiative, describing it as a clear signal of the Force’s readiness to safeguard national assets.
He stressed that the move aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which seeks to expand housing, empower communities, and improve living standards.
“Safeguarding Federal Government lands is not just about protecting property; it is about protecting the promise of a better Nigeria,” Dangiwa added.
Inspector-General Egbetokun welcomed the collaboration, highlighting housing as vital to citizens’ welfare.
He also praised President Tinubu’s recent approval of more than 1,000 housing units for police officers, calling it a morale boost for security forces.
The joint effort sends a strong national message: government assets belong to the people and will be recovered, preserved, and deployed for the benefit of all Nigerians.