Qatar has begun construction of 500,000 housing units for the less privileged residents of Kaduna state in northwestern Nigeria.
The Mega Economic City project was officially launched by Qatari Ambassador to Nigeria Ali Bin Ghanem Al-Hajri on Wednesday in Kaduna.
Al-Hajri said the projects are aimed at improving the living conditions of disadvantaged families in the state.
Mr. Al-Hajiri praised the state governor, Uba Sani, for his support for the successful launch of the project – Qatar Sanabil Project.
Aside from building the housing units, Qatar Charity has also promised a series of interventions and empowerment programs for the underprivileged around the world. Kadunasaid the official.
“These include scholarships for orphans and children of the poor, distribution of sewing machines, welding machines, irrigation pumping machines, living room kits, and drilling of hundreds of wells in the 23 local government areas of Kaduna State,” he said. Mr. Al-Hajri.
In his remarks, the Governor, Mr. Sani, praised the Qatari Embassy in Nigeria and the Qatari-owned Sanabil Project for aligning with Kaduna’s “business-friendly environment”.
“The Economic City will provide world-class infrastructure and make Kaduna a benchmark for modern and affordable accommodation with adequate security and an environment conducive to business activities,” he said.
“It will facilitate international trade while serving as a platform for local entrepreneurs and merchants. It will also take advantage of product value chain opportunities and enhance economic growth,” the governor said.
The governor said the project extends beyond housing, it also provides clinics, shops, poultry farms and farmland for rainy season and irrigated agriculture.
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