An internal committee set up by the Federal Ministry of Housing is almost done reviewing a 753-unit housing estate in Abuja, which was seized during investigations linked to former Central Bank Governor, Godwin Emefiele.
The estate, located in the capital city, became a subject of public attention after it was taken over by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) during their probe into alleged financial misconduct under Emefiele’s leadership.
Following this, the Ministry of Housing formed a panel to assess the state of the project, including how many buildings have been completed and what remains to be done.
According to an official from the Ministry, the committee is carrying out a separate assignment that is not directly connected to Emefiele’s case.
The panel’s role is to look into the condition and progress of the housing project, and their findings will be submitted to the Minister of Housing, who will then forward the report to the President.
The official explained that decisions about the estate’s future—especially those tied to Emefiele—are not within the Ministry’s control.
While the Ministry is focused on technical assessments of the estate, it is up to other authorities to act on any legal or financial issues surrounding it.
The Federal Government had earlier shown interest in making the housing units available to low- and middle-income earners.
But Emefiele’s legal team has challenged the move and urged the government to suspend the planned sale until an ongoing court appeal is resolved.
The estate has remained under EFCC control since it was linked to allegations of fund mismanagement during Emefiele’s time at the apex bank.
The Ministry’s report, once completed, is expected to guide the next steps regarding the estate’s use and future.
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