The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, has launched a new online portal enabling Nigerians to report fraudulent activities in housing estates, submit evidence, and track the status of their complaints.
The platform was unveiled on Tuesday to enhance transparency and protect citizens from real estate scams.
Designed as a secure and user-friendly tool, the new reporting system provides a centralized avenue for residents across Nigeria to expose deceptive practices in housing developments. Complaints lodged through this portal will undergo thorough examination by the Ministry in partnership with key stakeholders including professional bodies, law enforcement units, and the judiciary to ensure swift and effective response.
This latest web-based solution supports the Ministry’s mission of enforcing stronger oversight in the real estate sector, in line with the provisions of the 2012 National Housing Policy. The policy emphasizes the necessity for rigorous regulation of the housing market, certification of estate developers, and protective measures for homebuyers.
Beyond the fraud reporting portal, the Ministry has introduced a Contract Performance and Compliance Monitoring System. This tool allows real-time supervision of ongoing housing projects, evaluating contractor output against pre-set benchmarks while maintaining an organized repository of essential project documentation such as payment certificates and bills of quantities.
Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Architect Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, said that this new development shows how commitment the ministry is to eradicating dishonest practices and restoring confidence in the property market. He noted that the platform was developed in collaboration with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to ensure seamless follow-up on reported cases.
The Minister further stressed the importance of upholding a robust legal and regulatory framework to safeguard citizens and hold unscrupulous actors accountable.
This tool offers Nigerian citizens a credible channel to raise concerns, track their complaints, and assist the government in taking decisive action against wrongdoers – Architect Ahmed Musa Dangiwa.
He also warned that fraudulent schemes will no longer be tolerated under his administration
Dr. Marcus Amiolemen, Deputy Director and Head of ICT at the Ministry, described the portal as an innovative approach to improving transparency, empowering users with a straightforward way to expose deceit in the property industry. During the launch, technical consultants from Freestone Investments Limited and Prunedge Development Technologies Limited demonstrated how both platforms operate.
The government’s deployment of these digital channels marks a turning point towards reforming Nigeria’s housing industry. The Ministry aims to build a safer environment where Nigerians can confidently invest in quality homes, by fostering trust and encouraging public participation in combating fraud.
