Nigerian Army has commissioned 120 three-bedroom housing units for soldiers in Idu, Abuja, bringing the total number of homes delivered under its affordable housing scheme nationwide to 700.
The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, disclosed this during the commissioning of the houses under Phase Two of the Affordable Home Ownership Option for All Soldiers (AHOOAS).
He reaffirmed the Army’s commitment to infrastructure development and improved personnel welfare, including support for soldiers after retirement.
According to a statement by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, the initiative aligns with the Army’s transformation agenda and Soldier-First Culture.
It aims to improve personnel living conditions, morale and operational effectiveness.
Wounded soldiers to benefit from housing scheme
Lieutenant General Shaibu disclosed that five per cent of the housing units had been reserved for soldiers wounded in action.
He said the provision recognises their sacrifices in defending the nation.
The Army Chief appreciated President Bola Tinubu for his continued support for the expansion and modernisation of the Nigerian Army.
He also commended the Post-Service Housing Development Limited and other partners for contributing to the housing initiative.
Third phase scheduled for completion in 2027
Earlier, the Managing Director of the Post-Service Housing Development Limited, Major General Kevin Ukandu, said construction of the third phase of the Idu housing project was underway.
He expressed optimism that the phase would be completed in the first quarter of 2027.
Major General Ukandu added that the estate had essential infrastructure, including access roads, drainage, solar-powered streetlights, electricity and water facilities.
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