The government's commitment to stopping the misuse of sole-sourced contracts is being closely watched. Sulemana Braimah, head of the Media Foundation for West Africa, said the coming days are crucial.
Mr Braimah is waiting to see if the government will follow through on its promise. This concerns both sole-sourced contracts and restrictive tendering processes.
He highlighted that the abuse of these contracting methods is a significant drain on public funds. Such practices can lead to unfair advantages and less value for taxpayer money.
The Media Foundation for West Africa advocates for transparency and accountability in government procurement.
Sole-sourced contracts allow a government to bypass competitive bidding. This can be useful in specific urgent situations. However, it also carries a risk of corruption and inefficiency if not managed properly.