The economic slump in 1997 resulted in the PKNS flats project being abandoned by Nakkon Sdn Bhd.  However, Nakkon resumed work in 2003 and it was completed in December last year.

Rahmah Mohd Yunus, 44, said she may move in within a week. "I'm glad that I can finally move in to my own place," she said.

Ahmad Shaarani, 45, a cab driver, said they were frustrated when the project was abandoned. "We had no choice but to pray and wait for its completion," he said.

Ahmad said he will move into his new home by the end of the month. Yesterday, Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Shahrizat Abdul Jalil officiated the handing-over ceremony at the compound of the flats.