An Evaluation of the Impact of Public Procurement Reforms on Government Accounting in Nigeria: A Case Study of the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP)
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Background of the Study
Public procurement reforms are essential to ensuring transparency, accountability, and efficiency in the management of government resources. In Nigeria, the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) was established under the Public Procurement Act of 2007 to regulate procurement practices, promote competition, and eliminate corrupt practices in public procurement (World Bank, 2023). The reforms introduced by the BPP aim to address systemic inefficiencies and align procurement processes with global best practices.
Government accounting plays a central role in these reforms by ensuring accurate recording, reporting, and auditing of financial transactions. However, the effectiveness of these reforms in improving government accounting practices remains a topic of interest. Reports of procurement irregularities and mismanagement persist, raising questions about the impact of these reforms on government accounting (Okafor & Musa, 2024). This study examines the influence of public procurement reforms on government accounting practices, with a focus on the BPP.
Statement of the Problem
Despite the introduction of public procurement reforms, challenges such as corruption, non-compliance with guidelines, and weak oversight mechanisms continue to undermine their effectiveness in Nigeria. While these reforms aim to enhance government accounting practices, gaps in implementation and enforcement hinder their impact.
The Bureau of Public Procurement, as the regulatory body for procurement processes, has faced criticisms regarding its ability to ensure accountability in financial reporting. Without addressing these issues, the intended benefits of procurement reforms may remain unattainable, further exacerbating inefficiencies in public financial management (Ahmed & Emeka, 2025).
Objectives of the Study
- To evaluate the impact of public procurement reforms on government accounting practices in Nigeria.
- To identify challenges in the implementation of procurement reforms by the BPP.
- To propose strategies for enhancing the effectiveness of public procurement reforms in improving government accounting.
Research Questions
- What is the impact of public procurement reforms on government accounting practices in Nigeria?
- What challenges hinder the effective implementation of procurement reforms by the BPP?
- What strategies can improve the effectiveness of these reforms?
Research Hypotheses
- Public procurement reforms have significantly improved government accounting practices in Nigeria.
- Challenges such as weak enforcement and corruption hinder the impact of procurement reforms.
- Strengthened regulatory frameworks and capacity-building initiatives enhance the effectiveness of procurement reforms.
Scope and Limitations of the Study
The study focuses on the impact of public procurement reforms on government accounting, with a case study of the Bureau of Public Procurement. Limitations include restricted access to financial and procurement records and potential reluctance of stakeholders to disclose information.
Definitions of Terms
- Public Procurement Reforms: Regulatory changes aimed at improving the transparency and efficiency of government procurement processes.
- Government Accounting: The system of recording, analyzing, and reporting financial transactions within the public sector.
- Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP): Nigeria’s regulatory agency for public procurement practices.
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