Mr Adedokun said strengthening procurement capacity was essential for safeguarding public resources.
The DG stated that ministries, departments agencies (MDAs) were expected to report defaulting contractors to the bureau for necessary action.
The unit benchmarks project costs against national and global prices.
Mr Nagga said the orientation was part of efforts to enhance the capacity of the affected officers on effective procurement processes.
Mr Nagga said that Mr Adedokun conveyed approval for the deployment of the 97 procurement officers.
Mr Nagga said that the BPP-NIALS partnership was expected to yield significant benefits.
The DG noted that the federal government’s procurement reforms aim to promote transparency, accountability, and economic growth.
Mr Akume said that public procurement was a critical link between policy and practice.
He described corruption as one of the greatest threats to Nigeria’s development.
He commended the reforms and initiatives recently introduced by the NHIA leadership.
