Edo State has reaffirmed its dedication to equitable housing and land management, emphasizing transparency, accountability, and public participation under Governor Monday Okpebholo’s administration. Officials highlighted reforms aimed at improving land allocation, streamlining bureaucratic procedures, and ensuring access to land and housing for citizens without favoritism or corruption.
The government outlined plans to modernize housing delivery, introduce clearer regulatory frameworks, and integrate technology for tracking allocations, thereby reducing conflicts and ensuring efficient utilization of public assets. Officials noted that ongoing initiatives aim to balance private sector participation in housing development with the protection of public interests, ensuring citizens’ access to affordable, well-planned residential areas.
Authorities stressed that effective governance of land and housing is critical to social and economic development, and the state is committed to consistent oversight and review of policies to address emerging challenges, including unauthorized occupation, illegal sales, and inadequate land-use planning.
