Crown Prince Properties Tackles Abuja’s Growing Housing Deficit with New Estate Project

By Iyojo Ameh

With Nigeria’s housing deficit estimated at over 28 million units, real estate developers are stepping up efforts to address the challenge—especially in the nation’s capital, Abuja. One of the latest initiatives is by Crown Prince Properties and Development Ltd., which has commenced construction of a new estate aimed at providing affordable and secure housing.

At a recent groundbreaking ceremony in Jikwoyi Ari, a suburb of Abuja, the Group Chairman of Crown Prince Group and CEO of Crown Prince Properties, Engr. Dr. Shittu Ariyo, unveiled plans for the Grand Prince Sunrose Estate. The gated community is designed with modern infrastructure and amenities, including paved road networks, water reticulation systems, constant power supply, and 24-hour security powered by CCTV surveillance and trained personnel.

Speaking at the event, Dr. Ariyo emphasized the urgent need for private developers to partner with government agencies to open up new residential areas. “What we are doing is part of the solution—providing access to livable, well-serviced, and affordable homes for the middle class and average Nigerians,” he said.

The Grand Prince Sunrose Estate is part of a broader vision by Crown Prince Properties to ease the pressure on Abuja’s urban housing market. By creating habitable environments in suburban locations, the company aims to decentralize development and bring quality housing to underserved areas.

Real estate experts have long pointed to limited infrastructure, high construction costs, and inadequate financing models as major bottlenecks in addressing Nigeria’s housing needs. Projects like this represent a significant stride in bridging the gap between demand and supply.

As Abuja continues to expand rapidly, developments like Grand Prince Sunrose Estate may offer a replicable model for sustainable urban housing—if backed by supportive policies and partnerships.