The Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) has renewed its drive to enforce transparency and cost efficiency in Nigeria’s upstream petroleum industry, calling for strict adherence to procurement laws and a shift toward digital systems.
Director-General of the bureau, Dr. Adebowale Adedokun, made this known during a high-level strategic meeting and capacity-building session with the management of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) in Abuja.
In a statement issued in Abuja on Wednessday by the agency’s Head of Press and Public Relations, Zira Nagga, Adedokun stressed that ongoing reforms in the sector must translate into tangible results through compliance with the Public Procurement Act.
“The time and resources invested in capacity building must yield results through strict adherence to the provisions of the law,” he said.
He reaffirmed the bureau’s commitment to supporting the commission in delivering value-driven outcomes for Nigerians, both locally and abroad.
Adedokun also highlighted the need to modernise procurement practices, noting that the BPP is working closely with the NUPRC to transition from conventional processes to a more efficient, technology-driven system.
“This transition aligns with the President’s vision of enhancing transparency, accountability, and efficiency within the energy sector,” he stated.
The BPP boss commended the leadership of the NUPRC Chief Executive, Mrs. Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, for maintaining stability in the upstream petroleum sector despite global economic pressures.
According to him, the commission’s regulatory oversight has played a key role in averting potential fuel supply disruptions.
“The NUPRC is doing a commendable job for the common Nigerian,” Adedokun said.
He added that closer collaboration between both agencies would further strengthen governance and ensure optimal value in Nigeria’s oil and gas operations.