Interior Minister Drives Service Delivery Push with PPP Sensitization Workshop
By Kevin Stella Kita
The Ministry of Interior on Thursday, April 23, hosted a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Sensitization Workshop as part of its ongoing reform initiatives aimed at enhancing service delivery, promoting efficiency, and attracting sustainable investment into its operations.
The workshop brought together directors, technical officers, and key stakeholders to build capacity on PPP frameworks, deepen institutional understanding, and identify opportunities for collaboration with the private sector in line with national development priorities.
In her welcome address, the Deputy Director, Special Duties, Mrs. Adogeri Beloved, expressed appreciation to participants and underscored the importance of the workshop in repositioning the Ministry for innovation and growth.
She noted that the sensitization programme is a deliberate effort to expose staff to modern financing and operational models capable of bridging infrastructure gaps and improving service outcomes.
Mrs. Beloved emphasised that the effective adoption of PPP strategies would enable the Ministry to leverage private sector expertise, drive efficiency, and ensure sustainable development across its mandates.
Delivering the opening remarks on behalf of the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, the Director of Human Resources Management, Mrs. Catherine Zozi, highlighted the Ministry’s commitment to institutional strengthening and reform. She stressed that PPPs are a critical tool for delivering value for money, enhancing transparency, and fostering innovation in public service delivery.
The Permanent Secretary reiterated that building the capacity of officers to design, manage, and monitor PPP projects is essential for achieving long-term impact and aligning with global best practices.
In his goodwill message, the Director-General of the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC), Dr. Johnson Ewalefoh, commended the Ministry for its proactive approach to embracing PPP frameworks.
He emphasised that strong collaboration between government institutions and the private sector is key to unlocking economic potential and addressing infrastructure deficits.
Dr. Ewalefoh assured the Ministry of ICRC’s continued support in providing regulatory guidance, technical expertise, and oversight to ensure that all PPP initiatives are structured to deliver maximum public value while maintaining accountability and transparency.
The workshop featured technical sessions, expert presentations, and interactive discussions designed to equip participants with practical knowledge on PPP implementation, project structuring, risk management, and regulatory compliance. Participants were encouraged to apply the insights gained in identifying viable and bankable projects that align with the Ministry’s strategic objectives.
The Ministry of Interior remains committed to driving reforms that strengthen institutional capacity, foster strategic partnerships, and deliver efficient, transparent, and citizen-focused services through innovative approaches such as Public-Private Partnerships.
