Dangiwa warns real estate developers over substandard projects, housing fraud

The minister of housing and urban development, Ahmed Dangiwa at the weekend issued a stern notice to real estate developers who engage in the construction of substandard projects and other fraudulent practices to cease such acts or face the wrath of the law. He also restated the ministry’s resolve to ensure that developers construct houses in line with laid down laws and regulations and prevent fraudulent practices in the sector according to the special adviser on media to the minister, Mark Chieshe. Dangiwa speaking at the commissioning of De Mayor’s Estate and the flag-off of Project Broadfield in Abuja, cautioned against the use of substandard building materials as well as unethical practices, warning that those who fail to build within stipulated guidelines will be prosecuted. He also warned those who collect money from unsuspecting Nigerians only to turn around and deliver substandard projects, stating that the days of cutting corners were over.