The Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, has said the private sector plays a crucial role in promoting a culture of accountability as it pertains to constituency projects.

He said this during a policy dialogue with the theme, “The Role of the Private Sector in the Implementation of Constituency Projects in Nigeria”, organised by OrderPaper Nigeria in collaboration with BudgiT and MacArthur Foundation in Abuja.

He said lack of transparency and accountability is a major challenge facing constituency projects in Nigeria.

“From using state-of-the-art construction techniques for infrastructure projects to adapting digital technologies for project monitoring, the private sector brings a wealth of knowledge that can ensure projects are completed more efficiently at lower costs.

“And with higher quality. For example, the construction of roads, bridges, and healthcare facilities; the expertise of engineering and construction firms in the private sector can ensure that these projects are built to last, minimising the need for constant repairs or reconstruction.

“Likewise, technology companies can create digital platforms that monitor the progress of constituency projects, enhancing transparency and reducing the likelihood of corruption of projects abandonment.

Source: The Nation Newspaper