In a heartening move towards fostering transparency and collaboration in public procurement, the Public and Private Development Centre (PPDC) recently sealed a partnership with the Association of Public Procurement Practitioners of Nigeria (APPON) during the association’s Maiden Annual Executive Council Meeting which was held on Friday 8th of February 2024.
The Association of Public Procurement Practitioners of Nigeria (APPON) is a professional body committed to enhancing the standards and practices of public procurement in Nigeria and through this partnership, the Public and Private Development Centre will broaden its influence in the public procurement sector, leveraging the vast network and expertise of APPON’s members in different government agencies. This collaboration enhances PPDC’s mission to advocate for transparency, accountability, and best practices in procurement governance. By facilitating knowledge sharing and civic participation, PPDC strengthens its role as a thought leader in Nigeria’s procurement landscape.
Jubril Shittu, the Chief Executive Officer of PPDC expressed that the Public and Private Development Centre (PPDC) has been dedicated to public procurement for over 17 years and envisions itself continuing this commitment for at least the next 20 years. He said, “We will continue to work in this area, it is something we are passionate about and something we are heavily invested in and we look forward to continuing collaboration with APPON in this regard.”
Sadiq Sambo, PPDC’s software developer introduces the e-portal contacting platform BUDESHI to APPON members
The collaboration was not just about paperwork; it also involved enlightening sessions on critical topics such as Gender Responsive Procurement and Technology for Transparency and Accountability. Precious Adigwe, PPDC’s Gender Mainstreaming & Inclusion Officer, shared insights into supporting women-owned businesses in procurement processes. Sadiq Sambo, PPDC’s software developer, introduced BUDESHI, PPDC’s innovative e-portal promoting openness in contracting processes.
Mr. Emem Kanico, the President of the Association of Public Procurement Practitioners of Nigeria (APPON), highlighted that with this knowledge of Gender Responsive Procurement and Technology for Transparency, they are better equipped to contribute meaningfully to policy formulation.
L-R Ife Olatunji David Senior Program Manager, Governance PPDC, Jubril Shittu CEO PPDC, Emem Kanico President APPON, Nura Sani Secretary General APPON
PPDC CEO Jubril Shittu and APPON President Emem Kanico MOU signing ceremony, solidifying a meaningful partnership.
This joint effort represents a shared vision to create a procurement landscape marked by best practices and ethical standards. The partnership with APPON is a positive step towards reshaping public procurement practices in Nigeria. With the sustained commitment of PPDC and the collaborative spirit of key stakeholders, a brighter and more transparent procurement future is on the horizon.
