Public and Private Development Centre (PPDC) is a citizen sector organisation established in 2003. They are driven by the desire to have a more transparent and accountable government as well as citizens empowered to actively participate in governance processes. Their programs and activities are formulated in a manner intended to drive institutional and behavioral change.

PPDC pioneered procurement and contract monitoring activities in Nigeria using the FOI Act as a tool to source relevant procurement data from public institutions and continues to do so. To minimize the challenges of citizen’s access to procurement data, Budeshi platform was created. It serves as a hub for citizens to access procurement data in digital and easy-to-use formats. It has grown to consist of over 10,000 datasets.

They successfully advocated for the adoption of the Open Contracting Data Standards (OCDS) and currently lead the charge in demanding its full implementation in states. Through their consistent targeted approach, over 10 states have signed up to the partnership.

As part of their diverse methodology to achieve their goal, Homevida initiative was conceived to target young scriptwriters and filmmakers. The aim is to influence the content of Nigerian filmmaking with integrity values while providing incentives. Digital Inclusion and Safer Internet (DISI) focuses on promoting access to digital technology in a way that preserves safety and freedom on the internet.

They collaborate with local partners to provide pathways for citizens to participate in Governance at all levels using tech tools. They carry out cutting edge research, data mining, analysis, and visualizations coupled with extensive communications experience.

Vision

A society with its people fully empowered, realizing their full potentials and readily asserting the full measure of their citizenship under the most transparent and accountable governance possible.

Mission

To activate and sustain the emergence of empowered citizenship participation, through which good governance, sustainable development, and a life of dignity can be attained by all.