Chairman, DSK Group International Limited, David Kente
DSK Group International Limited has pledged to deliver the 2,000 housing units approved for Plateau State civil servants under the National Housing Programme, beginning with the first phase of 400 units recently flagged off by Governor Caleb Mutfwang.
Chairman of the company, David Kente, gave the assurance in Jos while speaking with journalists, stressing that DSK has a proven record of durable housing projects across Nigeria and Africa.
Kente explained that the housing scheme is being financed by the Federal Mortgage Bank and the Pension Commission, while the Plateau State Government provided the land. He disclosed that over ₦300 million was paid to the host community to secure full land acquisition—an obstacle that had frustrated previous mass housing efforts in the state.
“This is not the first project we are handling that has to do with Plateau people. Our first project was the Kwararafa Estate in Abuja, which was acquired by Bingham University. If you go there today, more than 10 years after completion, the quality of the structures remains excellent,” Kente said, assuring Plateau residents of the same durability and quality.
On security, he stated that arrangements have been made to safeguard construction materials and personnel, with several security outfits working alongside government agencies to provide a safe environment despite the area’s history of instability.
Kente added that the project will be executed in phases with strict monitoring and adherence to design specifications. He further emphasized that the “pay-for-delivery” financing model—under which houses are completed before payments are made—will strengthen accountability and ensure steady progress.
Providing more details, the Project Manager, Engr. Christopher Nathaniel, said the scheme is designed specifically for Plateau civil servants.
He confirmed that construction activities have commenced, with the first set of units expected to be ready within two to three months.
“Site preparation and groundwork have already begun, with the project team working closely with the government to meet deadlines and maintain quality standards,” Nathaniel said.
