Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) And Infrastructure Development In Sub-Saharan Africa: A Policy Evaluation Of Nigeria’s Road And Transport Sector
Dr. Bassey Moses Ogar Senior Lecturer, Department Of International Relations Institute Of Arts Management & Professional Studies, Nigeria Basseymoses2k24@gmail.com
Volume 5, Issue 1, March 2025
This paper reviewed the role of PPPs in infrastructure delivery in Nigeria’s road and transport industry with the Lekki-Epe Expressway and Fourth Mainland bridge projects as the case studies. The study sought to evaluate the efficiency of PPPs, analyse challenges that occurred when implementing them, and review policies guiding the policy frameworks of partnerships. Through case studies,and policy analysis, the researcher sought to draw out the outcomes, issues and critically review the lessons derived from these PPP projects. This section identified that, despite the PPPs visions on bringing forth broad opportunities for infrastructure development including considering fiscal issues and the attraction of private sector skills, PPPs presented a number of challenges comprising poor governance system, sectorialisation, financing issues and inadequate provision of accommodation. The Lekki-Epe expressway project was also one of the early examples of a successful PPP that helped in enhancing the transportation system but again the lack of proper governance structure delayed the project. On the other hand, the Fourth Mainland Bridge encountered problems in fundraising and lacked recognition from the regulatory bodies, which held the project backward. The PPPs therefore recommended that for PPPs to work effectively in Nigeria, there was the need to enhance regulation literacy, financial openness, and incorporation of stakeholders. It was suggested to simplify policy structures, build up institutionalisation processes, and improve the organisation of the infrastructure projects to support their sustainable development in the country.