The Nigerian Society of Engineers and other stakeholders in the construction industry have emphasized the need for stronger collaboration between the public and private sectors. This call was made at the Big 5 Construct Nigeria exhibition in Lagos, where industry professionals gathered to discuss ways to improve project planning, financing, execution, and maintenance in the nation's construction industry.
Valerie Ifueko Agberagba, Deputy President of the Nigerian Society of Engineers, highlighted the importance of proper project planning. She stated that successful projects must begin with thorough needs assessment, feasibility studies, and business cases before design, procurement, and construction. According to Agberagba, this approach ensures that projects are well-planned and executed.
Agberagba also stressed the need for quality and integrity in construction projects. She emphasized that jobs should be given to professionals who have the expertise to execute them, and that procurement processes should be transparent and competent. This, she believes, will help to address some of the major problems that have plagued the construction industry in Nigeria.
The Big 5 Construct Nigeria exhibition, organized by dmg events, brought together over 170 exhibitors from 20 countries. The event provided a platform for stakeholders to showcase new products and technologies in the Nigerian market. Josine Heijmans, Senior Vice President at dmg events, noted that Nigeria's construction industry is driven by population growth, urbanization, and economic diversification.
Heijmans highlighted the strong development in various sectors, including housing, infrastructure development, transportation, and social infrastructure such as schools and hospitals. She emphasized the importance of bringing stakeholders together to deliver projects, which is what the Big 5 Construct Nigeria platform aims to achieve.
The exhibition provided an opportunity for industry professionals to network and discuss ways to improve the construction industry in Nigeria. With a focus on public-private partnerships, the event aimed to promote collaboration and innovation in the sector. This, in turn, can help to drive growth and development in the industry.
The call for stronger public-private partnerships in the construction industry is a significant step towards improving project delivery in Nigeria. By working together, stakeholders can leverage each other's expertise and resources to deliver high-quality projects that meet the needs of the country. This collaboration can also help to promote sustainable development and economic growth.
Key points
- The Nigerian Society of Engineers and stakeholders are calling for stronger collaboration between the public and private sectors to improve project planning and execution in the construction industry.
- Proper project planning, including needs assessment, feasibility studies, and business cases, is essential for successful project delivery.
- The Big 5 Construct Nigeria exhibition provided a platform for stakeholders to showcase new products and technologies and promote collaboration and innovation in the sector.
