NDDC pushes for digital procurement to boost transparency
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has announced plans to fully digitise its procurement processes. According to Dr Chuks Osuji, the move aims to improve transparency, efficiency, and accountability in the Commission’s operations. Key stakeholders, including government officials and contractors, attended a sensitisation workshop to learn about the new digital system. The initiative is part of a broader effort to modernise procurement and eliminate manual bottlenecks.
What we know
- Dr Chuks Osuji, Director of Procurement at NDDC, said the reforms will help end nepotism, bureaucracy, and illegality in procurement.
- The digital transition will allow bidding and other processes to be conducted remotely, making operations more efficient.
- Engr. Onoriode Omo-Udoyo highlighted that the Federal Government’s directive on digitisation must be fully implemented by all MDAs.
- Stakeholders were urged to take advantage of the workshop to understand and integrate into the new digital procurement system.
- Dr Rex Ugulu stressed that digital procurement reduces corruption and enhances transparency and service delivery.
