By Abubakar Yunusa
The Oduduwa Development Initiative(ODI)has commended the Director-General of the Bureau of Public Procurement, Dr Adebowale Adedokun, alongside heads of other key government agencies for what it described as outstanding service delivery and reforms.
The group, in a statement signed by its National President, Ambassador Akinyele Olasumbo, said the commendation followed an assessment tour of selected agencies to evaluate their efficiency and effectiveness.
According to the statement, agencies that stood out were the Bureau of Public Procurement, Nigeria Immigration Service, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Nigeria Customs Service and Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board.
ODI said the agencies distinguished themselves in performance, humanitarian development and service delivery at a time many public institutions were being criticised over corruption, negligence and indiscipline.
The group noted that since his appointment in 2024, Adedokun had worked to reposition the BPP and strengthen procurement practices across the country.
It added that his reforms were driven by transparency, efficiency and accountability, with technology playing a major role in streamlining processes.
Speaking on the Immigration Service, ODI praised Mrs Kemi Nanna Nandap for improvements in border management and the modernisation of immigration procedures.
The group also hailed Dr Ahmed Abubakar Audi, saying his reappointment had helped the NSCDC play a stronger role in national security.
On Customs, ODI said Bashir Adewale Adeniyi introduced landmark reforms that improved service delivery, community relations and revenue generation.
It further commended Prof. Ishaq Olanrewaju Oloyede for what it described as integrity, honesty and dedication in the discharge of his duties.
The group said recognising patriotic service remained necessary to encourage excellence in public institutions.
“We will continue to promote good governance and collaborate with agencies performing creditably well,” the statement added.
