Director-General of the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP), Dr. Adebowale A. Adedokun, FCIPS, ACFE, has received an Honorary Doctorate award and certification from the Emergency, Crisis & Disaster Risk Management Institute (HDFECRMI) in recognition of his outstanding contributions to transparency and accountability in the public procurement sector.
This prestigious award acknowledges Dr. Adedokun’s tireless efforts to promote best practices in procurement, ensuring that Nigeria’s public procurement processes are transparent, efficient, and accountable.
The ceremony, which took place in Abuja, was attended by BPP staff members and officials from the awarding institute, including Dr. Chuks Akawo, Director-General/CEO, Emergency, Crisis & Disaster Risk Management Institute, Sir. Cyrus Titus Nkangwung, JP, Director, Occupational Safety and Health Department, National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency (NOSDRA), and Dr. Nancy Iwegbunam, Research Officer, Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), Kaduna.
Dr. Adedokun’s achievement is a testament to his dedication to public service and his commitment to transforming Nigeria’s procurement landscape.
● Key Highlights of Dr. Adedokun’s Achievements
● Transforming Nigeria’s Procurement Landscape:
Dr. Adedokun has been instrumental in driving reforms in Nigeria’s public procurement sector, promoting transparency, accountability, and efficiency.
● Capacity Building
He has emphasised the importance of human capacity development in procurement, ensuring that professionals in the field are equipped with the necessary skills and certifications to compete globally.
● International Collaboration:
Dr. Adedokun has fostered partnerships with international organisations, such as the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS), to promote best practices in procurement and support Nigeria’s development goals.
● Vision for Nigeria’s Future:
He has expressed his vision for Nigeria to become a hub for procurement excellence, leveraging technology and innovation to drive economic growth and development.
Dr Adedokun’s achievements serve as an inspiration to professionals in the field, and his work has the potential to positively impact Nigeria’s economic development.
e-Signed
Zira Zakka Nagga
Head of Public Relations (BPP)
23rd September, 2025
