 The stage is set, and the anticipation is palpable as Kaduna gears up to host the much-awaited Kaduna International Housing Exhibition.
With the theme "Kaduna Sustainable Housing Development: A Model for Northern Housing Reforms," this event is a landmark occasion for the region, bringing together key stakeholders, innovators, and policymakers to shape the future of housing in Northern Nigeria.
A Platform for Innovation and Collaboration
The Kaduna International Housing Exhibition is more than just a gathering; it is a platform where ideas was exchanged, partnerships forged, and innovative solutions showcased. This event aimed at addressing the pressing housing needs of the Northern region by highlighting sustainable development practices and promoting models that can be replicated across other states.
Why Sustainable Housing Matters
Highlights of the Exhibition
1. At the first Panel Session of the day at KADIHE 1.0 on Governor Uba Sani's Housing Agenda: "Progress, Challenges and Future Prospects" featuring Dr Bashir Garba Ibrahim, DG of KADGIS, Ismail Umaru Dikko, DG of KASUPDA and Sadiq Muhammad, Ag. Executive Secretary of KADIPA with Joshua James serving as the Moderator.
2. Introduction of the guests by MD/CEO Kaduna State Development and Property Company Limited & Kaduna International Housing Exhibition Convener, Arc Abubakar Rabiu Abubakar, followed by the the unveiling of 7 new ambitious projects by the KSDPC;
1 Ultramodern Mechanics Village (Eastern Sector).
2 A 5-star Hospital with Doctors Quarters.
3 Private International University (ABSAAR).
4 Building Materials Village (Eastern Sector).
5 Trucks & Heavy-duty Mechanistic Village.
6 KSDPC Housing Co-operative Society.
7 Kaduna Construction Academy.
3. Builder Shamsudeen Muhammad Yusuf, Bulaman Zazzau delivering a brief on the Kaduna International Housing Exhibition 1.0 event held at the Umaru Musa Yaradua Hall, Murtala Square, Kaduna.
4. Rt Hon Aminu Abdullahi Shagali, Commissioner of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development delivered the Welcome Address to the eager crowd at the maiden event.
6. An engaging panel session at #KADIHE1.0 on Alternative Building Materials, Sustainable Material Innovation & Explorations with Dr Sanusi Gambo [Director School of Basic & Remedial Studies] representing VC ABU & Dr Oluwafemi K Akande FUT Minna moderated by Dr Abdulrauf Abdulrazaq.
7. The AREWA Construction Academy was unveiled today at the Kaduna International Housing Exhibition maiden event. This innovative and ambitious institution of learning is a collaborative effort with the National Directorate of Employment (NDE) and the Kaduna State Bureau for Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment (KADBUSA) that will equip tomorrow's artisans with skills & mentorship with a goal to empowering willing pupils to contribute to society and positively shape the future of the construction industry.
Conclusion
The Kaduna International Housing Exhibition (KADIHE) 1.0 is poised to be a transformative event, driving forward the agenda of sustainable housing development in Northern Nigeria. As the region looks to the future, the insights, innovations, and collaborations stemming from this exhibition will be instrumental in shaping a more sustainable and inclusive housing landscape.Â
Whether you are a housing professional, a policymaker, an investor, or a community member, this exhibition offered something valuable for everyone. Residents in and within Kaduna joined the way for a brighter, more sustainable future in housing development.
Together, we can build a model for housing reforms that will resonate throughout Northern Nigeria and beyond.
