Sanwo-Olu Commissions 233 New Housing Units in Eti-Osa, Expands Lagos’ Affordable Housing Pipeline

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has commissioned a new 233-unit housing development in the Abraham Adesanya area of Eti-Osa, reinforcing the administration’s broader strategy to expand affordable housing through public–private partnerships and targeted state incentives.

The project, delivered in collaboration with Urban Shelter Limited, forms part of the state’s ongoing effort to reduce Lagos’ significant housing deficit. Sanwo-Olu stated that the government continues to leverage private capital and technical expertise to accelerate delivery timelines and expand access to modern, mid-income housing.

The newly commissioned units add to a growing pipeline of residential developments completed under the current administration. According to the governor, the state handed over 420 apartments in Ajara, Badagry, last month and has delivered approximately 11,000 homes over the past 6 years.

Policy Incentives Designed to Improve Affordability

To ensure affordability for prospective homeowners, the state has introduced a series of policy reforms aimed at lowering development and ownership costs. These include flexible approval processes, a 40 percent rebate on planning permits, and targeted tax incentives to reduce final sale prices.

The administration has positioned these reforms as essential to expanding private-sector participation and ensuring that housing projects remain accessible to the broadest possible segment of Lagos’ population.

Accountability Measures for Non-Compliant Partners

Sanwo-Olu also addressed the performance of development partners, noting that firms that fail to meet agreed timelines or quality benchmarks are undergoing review. He stated that delays and substandard delivery undermine the state’s housing objectives and will not be tolerated.

This renewed emphasis on accountability aligns with Lagos’ broader drive to strengthen governance systems within the construction and built-environment sectors.

Call to Responsible Community Stewardship

Addressing new homeowners, the governor encouraged residents to take collective responsibility for the maintenance and preservation of the estate’s infrastructure. He emphasised that long-term sustainability of housing communities depends on active stewardship by occupants as well as state oversight.

Conclusion

The commissioning of the 233-unit Eti-Osa development reflects Lagos’ continued investment in affordable housing and its commitment to closing the state’s housing gap through strategic partnerships, policy incentives, and stricter project oversight. With additional schemes in the pipeline, the administration maintains that it will deliver more homes “one completed project at a time.