The Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of Nigeria's Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission, Dr. Jobson Oseodion Ewalefoh, is set to address a critical issue in Africa's social sector at the 2nd African Public-Private Partnerships Units Forum in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The forum, co-hosted by the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, the African Development Bank Group, and the African Legal Support Facility, will focus on making social sector Public-Private Partnerships work. Ewalefoh will share Nigeria's experience in streamlining regulatory frameworks to drive systemic reforms.
The 2nd African Public-Private Partnerships Units Forum is being held at the New Africa Hall, UNECA, in Addis Ababa from September 29-30. Ewalefoh's presentation, titled "Making Social Sector PPPs Work: From Policy Ambition to Effective Service Delivery," aims to address the gap between policy ambition and tangible service delivery across Africa's social sector. He will discuss how Nigeria has driven reforms to de-risk projects, accelerate compliance approvals, and build investor confidence. This is a critical development imperative facing the continent, according to Ewalefoh.
The Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission, under Ewalefoh's leadership, has been instrumental in promoting Public-Private Partnerships in Nigeria. By sharing Nigeria's experience, Ewalefoh hopes to contribute to the development of effective social sector PPPs across Africa. The forum provides a platform for experts and stakeholders to share knowledge, best practices, and innovative solutions to bridge the gap between policy ambition and service delivery.
The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, one of the co-hosts of the forum, plays a crucial role in promoting economic development and integration in Africa. The African Development Bank Group and the African Legal Support Facility are also key partners in the forum, which aims to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing among African countries. The event brings together experts, policymakers, and stakeholders to discuss critical issues in social sector PPPs.
Ewalefoh's participation in the forum is significant, given his experience in leading Nigeria's Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission. His insights into Nigeria's regulatory framework and reforms will provide valuable lessons for other African countries. The forum offers a unique opportunity for Ewalefoh to share Nigeria's success stories and challenges in implementing social sector PPPs.
The 2nd African Public-Private Partnerships Units Forum is expected to attract a diverse range of participants, including policymakers, regulators, and private sector stakeholders. The event will feature presentations, panel discussions, and networking opportunities, providing a platform for participants to engage with each other and share experiences. By addressing the critical issue of social sector PPPs, the forum aims to contribute to the development of effective partnerships that can drive service delivery and economic growth in Africa.
The forum's focus on social sector PPPs is timely, given the need for innovative solutions to address Africa's development challenges. By leveraging the expertise of leaders like Ewalefoh, the forum aims to promote collaboration and knowledge sharing among African countries. The event will conclude with a better understanding of how to make social sector PPPs work, from policy ambition to effective service delivery.
Key points
- Dr. Jobson Oseodion Ewalefoh to address social sector PPPs at 2nd African Public-Private Partnerships Units Forum
- Forum co-hosted by UNECA, AfDB, and ALSF to promote collaboration and knowledge sharing
- Ewalefoh to share Nigeria's experience in streamlining regulatory frameworks for social sector PPPs
