“ENGIS: An Answered Prayer to Genuine Real Estate Practitioners in Enugu State, Says Architect Chibuikem Onyekachi”

Powell Homes and Shelters Limited has extolled Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah of Enugu State for the inauguration of the Enugu State Geographic Information System (ENGIS).

The Managing Director of Powell Homes and Shelters Limited, Architect Chibuikem Onyekachi, made this known on Tuesday in a commendation press statement which he signed and sent to newsmen in Enugu.

He stated that ENGIS is an ultra-modern land management system that offers unparalleled benefits to the real estate sector, particularly in streamlining the process of securing land titles.

He posited that, with ENGIS, land applications can be processed online within 48 hours because the system eliminates the delays that often hinder property transactions: adding that this innovation not only reduces operational costs for developers and investors but also promotes a seamless property acquisition experience essential for boosting investor confidence.

Architect Onyekachi further noted that the availability of precise geospatial data through ENGIS would revolutionize urban planning and development. He explained that real estate developers and urban planners could now make informed decisions on land use, zoning, and project siting, adding that this level of data accuracy encourages strategic growth while ensuring projects align with the broader objectives of sustainable urbanization in the state.

He highlighted that another key feature of ENGIS is its impact on the ease of obtaining construction permits, a crucial aspect for real estate developers.

Recall that Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah of Enugu State had on Monday, December 16, 2024, opened the beautiful edifice constructed for ENGIS, which has also attracted lots of encomiums across the globe.

The statement reads “

PRESS STATEMENT

“ENGIS: A New Era for Real Estate and Land Management in Enugu State”

The Managing Director of Powell Homes and Shelters Limited, Architect Chibuikem Onyekachi, commends Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah for the launch of the Enugu State Geographic Information System (ENGIS). This has shown a visible commitment by the state government to enhancing governance processes and establishing a transparent, efficient framework for land management in the state.

ENGIS is an ultra-modern land management system that offers unparalleled benefits to the real estate sector, particularly in streamlining the process of securing land titles. With this, land applications can be processed online within 48 hours because the system eliminates the delays that often hinder property transactions. This innovation not only reduces operational costs for developers and investors but also promotes a seamless property acquisition experience that is essential for boosting investor confidence.

For us, the property developers, the system is a game-changer in resolving long-standing challenges such as double allocations and unauthorized encroachments, as it provides a centralized, verifiable database of land records, thus ensuring that property ownership disputes are minimized, thereby creating a reliable environment for transactions. This reliability is critical for long-term planning and project execution in the real estate industry.

The availability of precise geospatial data through ENGIS will also revolutionize urban planning and development. Real estate developers and urban planners can now make informed decisions on land use, zoning, and project siting. This level of data accuracy encourages strategic growth while ensuring projects align with the broader objectives of sustainable urbanization in the state.

Another key feature of ENGIS is its impact on the ease of obtaining construction permits, a crucial aspect for real estate developers. The digitization and automation of these processes enable ENGIS to remove bureaucratic barriers that make the speeding up of project timelines impossible. It will also enable developers to focus on delivering quality housing and commercial infrastructure.

The economic impact of ENGIS cannot be overstated, as it ensures efficiency and transparency in revenue collection from land-related activities, boosts the state’s Internally Generated Revenue (IGR), and fosters a business-friendly environment for real estate sector stakeholders, which will ultimately attract both local and international investors.

Powell Homes and Shelters Limited acknowledges that ENGIS represents a bold step forward for Enugu State’s economy and property management. The system’s digital transformation aligns perfectly with the needs of modern real estate operations and underscores the state’s readiness for expansive growth in the sector.

We encourage stakeholders in the real estate and construction industries to embrace the advantages offered by ENGIS. Together, we can position Enugu State as a hub for real estate development, economic growth, and sustainable urbanization.

Signed:
Architect Chibuikem Onyekachi
Managing Director, Powell Homes and Shelters Limited