Rivers Launches 20,000 Low-Cost Housing Units

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, in partnership with TAF Africa Global Limited, has unveiled the first phase of a 20,000-unit low-cost housing project aimed at expanding access to affordable housing for residents of the state.

According to a statement, the initiative is part of TAF Africa Global’s broader vision to address Africa’s housing deficit, a commitment that has driven the company’s expansion beyond The Gambia into other West African countries.

The statement explained that TAF entered Nigeria in 2011 under the name TAF Nigeria Homes Limited. One of its landmark developments is the RIVTAF Golf Estate in Port Harcourt, Rivers State—a master-planned luxury estate spanning about 40 hectares. The project transformed previously swampy and inaccessible land into a modern residential development, described as the largest luxury estate delivered in the South-South region.

Facilities within the estate include a golf course, advanced water reticulation systems, underground power infrastructure, sewage treatment facilities, a safe environment for families, a clubhouse, and a shopping mall.

Building on this vision, the company adopted a city-development model rather than standalone estates. This approach began with the 5,000-unit TAF City project in The Gambia, followed by the 5,000-unit TAF Micro City in Sierra Leone, and now culminates in the development of 20,000 housing units in Port Harcourt under the Greater TAF City project.

Greater TAF City is a mixed-use development designed as a “live, work, and play” city. The project is being developed in phases by Greater TAF Nigeria Limited, a joint venture between Pricewise Homes Limited (a subsidiary of TAF Africa Global Limited) and the Greater Port Harcourt City Development Authority. The development spans approximately 1,000 hectares across four locations within the Greater Port Harcourt area, including a site along the Airport Road opposite the Omega Power Ministries headquarters.

The city is expected to feature about 3,000 affordable housing units in varying designs and price ranges, including two-bedroom and three-bedroom bungalows, as well as four-bedroom duplexes. Infrastructure plans include reliable water and sewage systems, constant power supply supported by generators and solar energy, biodigester sewage facilities, paved road networks, internet connectivity, solar street lighting, landscaped green spaces, wellness centres, and public open areas.

Speaking at the unveiling, the Chief Executive Officer of TAF Africa Global Limited, Mustapha Njie, expressed appreciation to the Rivers State Government, noting that the project—formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding, Joint Venture Agreement, and Certificate of Occupancy—has resulted in the delivery of the first 1,000 housing units.

Njie commended Governor Fubara for his leadership and support, describing the project as a testament to effective collaboration between the public and private sectors. He also acknowledged the contributions of the Greater Port Harcourt City Development Authority, the host communities, company executives, staff, contractors, and partners.

He added that the project reflects the company’s commitment to delivering sustainable communities and fulfilling the dream of homeownership for residents, while fostering long-term prosperity and cooperation