MD/CEO of Edin & people, Arch. Ijahenda James lauds FCT Minister, vows to empower Nigerians with affordable housing

The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Edin and People Ltd,. a real estate, investment and project management conglomerate has commended the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barrister Nyesom Wike for approving a record number of certificates of occupancy (C of Os) as well as the rapid infrastructural development of the FCT and it’s suburbs which has tremendously boosted real estate development in Abuja and it’s environs.
According to the appreciative MD, Arch Ijahenda James: ‘On the part of the FCT minister, Dr Nyesom Wike, he has been very active and robust in his policies and programs. He has signed a record 5,000 C of Os this year, something that has never happened in the FCT before and his pace of infrastructural development is tremendous and impactful to the residents. Roads, bridges, culverts, drainage systems etc has been constructed at record pace and this has assisted greatly in the development of the real estate sector in Abuja’.
Also the creation of the National Credit Guarantee Company with former House Speaker, Rt Hon Yakubu Dogara as Chairman will also ensure that the process of obtaining loan facilities and credit instruments from banks, microfinance firms and mortgage agencies will become much easier and this will have a positive impact on the real estate industry. You are aware that the process of obtaining credit facilities from banks and mortgage agencies can be quite tedious and lengthy. For instance when we tried to apply for loans to banks, by the time they are awaiting approval, our plots and houses would have been sold out.I had the opportunity of meeting with Rt Hon Dogara and he explained how the NCGC can make the process of obtaining loans and credit facilities easier for Nigerians. lt is indeed a welcome development. ‘ – Arch James stated.
The Erin and People boss also called for the strengthening of laws and regulations to flush out real estate fraudsters who have been scamming people of their hard earned monies: ‘A lot of fraud cases are presently been handled by the EFCC, lCPC and the Police but we need more stringent laws that would prevent the proliferation of quacks and scammers in the sector which is frankly contributing to public skepticism of real estate schemes and projects’.
Arch Ijahenda James also revealed that his company has been actively involved in the development, subdivision and sale of plots of land and estates in Abuja and across the nation for over three years and while there are inherent challenges in the sector, Erin and People has been bravely surmounting them as well as designing innovative solutions to assist the low, medium and high income estate buyers.
According to him:
‘At Edin & People Limited, we believe that owning a piece of real estate is more than just a transaction—it’s a legacy, a foundation for growth, and a step toward financial freedom.
In a country where the housing deficit remains a pressing challenge, our mission is clear: to empower Nigerians with affordable, secure, and high-value real estate opportunities.
We don’t just sell land; we provide the blueprint for wealth creation and generational ownership. Through integrity, innovation, and unwavering commitment, we have built a company that prioritizes trust, transparency, and excellence.
Whether you are looking to invest, build your dream home, or secure land for the future, Edin & People Limited is here to guide you every step of the way.
Welcome to a future where real estate is not just an asset—but a promise fulfilled’ – the creative MD/CEO Edin and People concluded.