Kano Signs Agreement with FMBN to Join National Housing Scheme

Ahmad Sorondinki in Kano

The Kano State Government has signed a Memorandum of Agreement with the Federal Mortgage Bank Of Nigeria (FMBN) to resume the National Housing Fund (NHF) contribution scheme for civil servants in the state.

The State Head of Service (HOS), Abdullahi Musa, who signed the agreement at his office on behalf of the state government, described the scheme as a fundamental component of workers’ welfare.
Musa lamented over the far reaching effects of the earlier withdrawal from the National Housing Scheme that denied the workers of various financial opportunities.

“I feel honoured to be part of this occasion of signing the Memorandum of Agreement between Kano State Government and the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria.
“This initiative supports our unwavering commitment of enhancing the welfare and well-being of our dedicated civil servants.

“It is pertinent to know that Kano State was an active participant in the National Housing Scheme until its exit in 2000.
“The decision to withdraw had far reaching implications particularly on the civil servants who were deprived of the available mortgage financing opportunities,” he stated.
The Managing Director/CEO of the FMBN, Shehu Usman Osidi, who signed the agreement on behalf of the Bank, assured the state of Its commitment to ensure the state’s workforce reaps the full benefits of the scheme especially for the civil servants.

He said the federal government under the FMBN had financed 10 housing projects in Kano State with funding of over N6.8 billion, most of which have been completed and delivered.

“Distinguished ladies and gentlemen, this event marks a significant milestone in our collective quest to provide sustainable and affordable homeownership opportunities to Nigerian workers particularly here in Kano State.

“The decision of the Kano State Government to return to the NHF scheme after more than two decades is not only historic but also a testament to the government’s renewed commitment to improving the living standards of its workforce” he maintained.