Project Preparation and Development Unit (PPDU)

The PPDU is responsible for: preparing and developing  regional  integration infrastructure projects in ECOWAS Member States; management of a dedicated infrastructure fund for preparation of the projects; promotion of public/private partnerships in investment financing and project management in ECOWAS; discharging such other tasks as  may be assigned to it by its  governance organs PPDU shall: Identify, select and prioritize regional integration infrastructure projects in consultation with the ECOWAS Commission, Member States and the private sector; Mobilise the  resources required for preparation and development of infrastructure projects; Undertake the studies and activities required for preparation and development of infrastructure projects with a view to making the projects bankable; Create a more attractive climate for regional infrastructure projects  financing and investment; Manage the Infrastructure Funds, and all the other Funds placed at its disposal; Serve as  regional focal point for capacity-building of similar structures in ECOWAS Member States; Negotiate and conclude cooperation and/or partnership agreements with regional and sub-regional institutions in the area of infrastructure project preparation and development. Monitor and evaluate the implementation of projects it supports.