7.16.2 Objectives
i.
To increase ICT related PPP’s for overall sector and Nigeria’s socio economic
development; and
ii.
To ensure that PPP’s are impactful, sustainable and beneficial to both public
and private sector participants, and the end beneficiaries.
7.16.3 Strategies
The Government will:
i.
Ensure effective cooperation amongst MDA’s that are relevant for the proper
operation of PPP’s;
ii.
Ensure a clear framework of Intellectual Property Protection and other terms
of engagement with the private sector exists, to encourage increased private
sector confidence and investment into PPP’s;
iii.
Ensure that all proposed PPP projects are subjected to viability and
sustainability assessments;
iv.
Promote awareness of PPP opportunities to the private sector; and
v.
Ensure, where appropriate, incentive schemes to accelerate take off of ICT
PPP projects.
7.17
Reform of the Postal Sector
A ubiquitous and viable postal network - comprising of both private and public
infrastructure - is a key enabler for the attainment of the developmental goals of the
country. The sector has significant potential for job creation, and in addition to
facilitating the dissemination of goods and services, a sustainable postal network is a
catalyst for the adoption of ICTs by the public, a disseminator of social benefits, and
a facilitator of the financial and logistical capabilities necessary to stimulate and
increase commerce.
7.17.1 Situation Analysis
Nigeria’s population of over 167 million people and huge landmass of approximately
910,771 Square Kilometers are factors that contribute to the challenges of meeting
Universal Service Postal Obligations. Furthermore, overlapping regulatory and
operational functions, the incidence of grey operators, absence of an accurate
addressing system, and the unavailability of an up-to-date street-mapping system
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