Sulemana Braimah, Executive Director of the Media Foundation for West Africa, has raised questions about the government's commitment to ending the misuse of sole-sourced contracts. He indicated that the next few days will show if the administration is following its own promises.
Braimah emphasized that the abuse of sole-sourced contracts and restrictive tendering is a serious waste of public resources. He believes this practice is one of the most significant ways taxpayer money is misused.
The comment highlights concerns about transparency and accountability in government procurement processes. Such contracts allow the government to award deals to a single supplier without open competition.
While the specific contracts under scrutiny were not detailed, the statement points to a broader call for stricter oversight. It suggests that the government's pledge to reform procurement needs to be demonstrated through action.
The effectiveness of current regulations and the willingness of the government to enforce them are central to this ongoing discussion. Official statements on procurement reforms are awaited.