Stakeholders in the housing and urban development sector are set to converge at the Transcorp Hilton, Abuja, on March 19, 2025, for the National Land Registration and Documentation Programme (NLRDP).
This pivotal initiative is spearheaded by the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development in collaboration with the World Bank, with the aim of addressing the longstanding challenges of land registration and documentation in Nigeria.
According to the Honorable Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Dangiwa, “Land registration remains a critical aspect of our nation’s development. By establishing a comprehensive, digitized system, we can enhance land tenure security, reduce disputes, and unlock the economic potential tied to land ownership. This programme is a significant step towards achieving the goals of the Renewed Hope Agenda championed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.”
The NLRDP is designed to promote sustainable urban development, ensure transparency, and foster accessibility in land administration.
With a significant portion of land across Nigeria undocumented, this initiative aims to streamline land registration processes, improve data accuracy, and create a robust framework for land management.
The programme will bring together key players, including the Federal Government, State Governments, private sector leaders, and civil society organizations. Discussions will center around the outcomes of a comprehensive baseline survey and the strategic implementation plan for the NLRDP.
Participants are invited to attend the National Workshop/Forum starting at 9:00 AM on Wednesday, the 19th of March, 2025, where insights and experiences on land management will be shared, and actionable strategies for improving land registration will be outlined.
The Ministry encourages prompt confirmation of attendance through the registration link, as stakeholder engagement is crucial to the programme’s success.
With the collective effort of all involved, the NLRDP is poised to redefine Nigeria’s land administration landscape, fostering economic growth, social equity, and long-term urban resilience.
