**BPP Brings Stakeholders Together to Strengthen Public Procurement** As Nigeria continues to navigate the complexities of public procurement, a crucial forum is set to take place in Lagos. On February 26, the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) will host a consultative meeting at the Sheraton Hotels, Ikeja, to engage contractors, consultants, service providers, and other key stakeholders in the country's public procurement ecosystem. The meeting, supported by renowned international partners, aims to foster a dialogue on the Methodology for Assessing Procurement Systems (MAPS) framework. This framework is designed to strengthen public procurement processes in Nigeria, ensuring transparency, efficiency, and accountability. By engaging stakeholders, the BPP seeks to align the country's procurement reform agenda with the roles of all participants. At the heart of the discussion will be the benefits of the MAPS framework for Nigeria's procurement system. This includes improved governance, enhanced service delivery, and reduced corruption. The forum will provide a platform for stakeholders to offer feedback and input on the development of a National Procurement Strategy, a critical step towards achieving a more effective and efficient public procurement system. Representatives from various sectors will participate in the meeting, including government institutions, private-sector operators, professional bodies, civil society organisations, and development partners. This diverse representation underscores the importance of collaboration and collective ownership in driving Nigeria's public procurement reform agenda. The outcome of this meeting will have far-reaching implications for Nigeria's economic development and governance. By bringing stakeholders together, the BPP can ensure that the country's procurement reform agenda is informed by the needs and perspectives of all parties involved. This, in turn, will contribute to a more transparent, accountable, and efficient public procurement system that benefits all Nigerians.