PUBLIC PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP REGULATORY COMMISSION BILL

Bill · Governance

A Bill establishes a commission to regulate and promote public-private partnerships for infrastructure development in Nigeria. It targets government agencies, private investors, and infrastructure developers. This ensures transparency and attracts private investment.

What Is This Policy?

A bill to establish a Public Private Partnership Regulatory Commission to oversee, regulate, and promote PPP arrangements for infrastructure development in Nigeria.

Who Does It Target?

Government agencies, private sector investors, infrastructure developers, and the public.

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Create a robust regulatory framework for PPPs, attract private investment in infrastructure, ensure transparency and value for money, and accelerate infrastructure development.

Key Features

Regulatory Body: Establishes a dedicated commission for PPP oversight Investment Framework: Creates clear guidelines for PPP project development and approval Transparency: Ensures accountability and value for money in PPP arrangements

Current Status

Rollout Stage: Under legislative consideration Coverage: Nationwide; all PPP arrangements involving federal government Funding: Government appropriation and PPP transaction fees

How to Access

Not yet operational. The bill is progressing through the National Assembly.

Impact & Metrics

Would significantly improve Nigeria's PPP framework and attract private investment in infrastructure.

Official Resources

Website: nass.gov.ng Contact: National Assembly, Three Arms Zone, Abuja

Legal Framework

To be enacted under the legislative powers of the National Assembly vested by Section 4 of the 1999 Constitution. Will operate alongside the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission Act 2005, the Public Procurement Act 2007, the Fiscal Responsibility Act 2007, and the Debt Management Office Act 2003 for PPP fiscal commitments.

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