DEPARTMENT OF PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT

This study investigated the effect of e-procurement adoption practices on inventory control efficiency within manufacturing SMEs in South-South Nigeria. Specifically, the research focused on the impact of six key dimensions of e-procurement adoption: top management support, information quality, system implementation effectiveness, process efficiency, user adoption and satisfaction, and compliance and transparency. The study employed a descriptive survey research design, utilising primary data collected through structured questionnaires administered to 193 respondents from manufacturing SMEs. The data were analysed using both descriptive and inferential statistical techniques, including multiple regression analysis via SPSS. The findings revealed that top management support, system implementation effectiveness, process efficiency, and user adoption and satisfaction had a significant positive impact on inventory control efficiency of the selected manufacturing SMEs in South-South Nigeria. However, information quality and compliance and transparency did not exhibit a significant impact on inventory control efficiency. The study recommends that manufacturing SMEs invest in leadership training, effective system implementation, process optimisation, and user engagement initiatives, while addressing gaps in information quality and compliance through targeted improvements and capacity building to fully realise the benefits of e-procurement adoption.

This study examines the influence of sustainable procurement practices on organisational performance at the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC). The study emphases on three key components which are circular economy practices, waste management and pollution prevention; labour rights compliance and ethical sourcing practices; and supply chain resilience, risk management, innovation and supplier development. A descriptive survey design was adopted, and data were obtained from 300 respondents using structured questionnaires and interviews, complemented by secondary data from organisational reports and regulatory documents. Analysis was conducted using descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, t-tests and multiple regression. Findings show that circular economy practices, waste management and pollution prevention significantly enhance operational efficiency and cost reduction. Labour rights compliance and ethical sourcing also contribute to improved stakeholder trust, fairness and transparency. Furthermore, supply chain resilience, risk management, innovation and supplier development demonstrated the strongest positive effect on organisational performance, particularly in service delivery, productivity and supplier growth. The study recommends that BEDC strengthen its circular economy initiatives, institutionalise ethical sourcing policies, enhance supplier monitoring mechanisms and invest in supply chain resilience and innovation to improve overall performance.

This study examined the effect of electronic procurement on the organizational performance of the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. The specific objective was to assess how the various dimensions of e-procurement namely e-planning, e tendering, e-evaluation, e-award, and e-publishing influence organisational performance within the hospital. A quantitative research design was adopted, using a structured questionnaire to collect data from 102 respondents comprising procurement officers, administrative staff, and management personnel. The data were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics such as multiple regression technique with the aid of the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 24. The regression analysis showed that e-planning, e-evaluation, and e-publishing have significant positive effects on organisational performance. Conversely, e-tendering and e-award were found to be statistically insignificant. The study concluded that the adoption of electronic procurement improves operational efficiency, transparency, and accountability in public health institutions. However, inefficiencies in the e-tendering and e-award processes must be addressed through system enhancement, user training, and better policy integration. The study recommended continuous capacity-building programmes, regular system audits, and the reinforcement of transparency mechanisms to strengthen e-procurement effectiveness. It contributes to the growing body of knowledge on public sector digital transformation in Nigeria and underscores the role of electronic procurement in promoting institutional efficiency and sustainable public service delivery.

This study examined the influence of community engagement on public project effectiveness in three selected Local Government Areas in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. Specifically, it examined the direct effects of three core dimensions of community engagement: information transparency, participatory decision-making, and community empowerment/monitoring, on public project effectiveness. The study further tested the mediating role of perceived government accountability in the engagement-effectiveness relationship, the moderating role of community capacity, and whether the engagement- effectiveness relationship varied across LGAs and project types. Employing a cross- sectional survey design, primary data were collected through structured questionnaires from 333 respondents comprising residents/users, community leaders, project committee members, business owners, and other stakeholders involved in public projects. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, ordinary least squares (OLS) regression, Baron and Kenny mediation steps with Sobel test, moderated regression, and subgroup analysis. The results revealed that neither overall community engagement nor its individual dimensions (information transparency, participatory decision-making, and community empowerment/monitoring) had a statistically significant positive effect on public project effectiveness (p > 0.05). Perceived government accountability did not mediate the relationship between community engagement and project effectiveness, while community capacity did not moderate the relationship. Subgroup analyses by LGA and project type similarly showed no significant heterogeneity in the engagement-effectiveness link. These findings indicate that, in the context of Benin City, current community engagement practices are largely superficial and have not translated into measurable improvements in project outcomes. The non-significant relationships may reflect inadequate depth of participation, weak institutional accountability mechanisms, and limited community capacity to influence project processes. The study therefore recommended a deliberate shift from tokenistic to genuine, power-sharing engagement models; institutionalisation of transparent and responsive accountability mechanisms; sustained capacity-building programmes for community structures; and the adoption of clear, measurable indicators for monitoring both engagement processes and project effectiveness. Implementing these recommendations will help unlock the potential of community engagement as a driver of successful and sustainable public projects in Edo State and similar contexts.

Managing contracts and procurement effectively relies on clear processes, skilled staff, andcontinuous oversight to ensure efficiency, accountability, and value delivery. Whentheseelements are weak, projects suffer delays, costs escalate, and disputes arise. Even withreformsintroduced globally and across Africa, poor contract execution, bureaucracy, and corruptionstill
hamper procurement and erode public trust. This research explores contract and procurement
practices in Egor Local Government Area, aiming to identify obstacles and suggest waystoimprove them. Using a qualitative phenomenological approach, the study focused onsmall
construction firms in Egor LGA, Edo State. Thirty participants were carefully chosen fromthreefirms, and data were collected through semi-structured interviews. The information was analysedthematically, highlighting challenges and solutions while maintaining credibility andethical
standards. Findings showed that Nigerian firms generally follow procurement rules designedtoensure fairness and accountability, yet projects often face delays due to corruption, governancegaps, and limited technological adoption. The research also revealed that Egor firms strugglewith implementing fair contracts, largely because of weak oversight and corrupt practices, withimprovements possible through staff involvement, external benchmarking, and independent
monitoring. Strengthening transparency, accountability, and governance through digital tools, compliance measures, and collaboration among stakeholders emerged as critical, althoughweakenforcement remains a barrier. Finally, reforms need to combine digital solutions withrobust
governance, accountability, and strategies tailored to local contexts. Overall, procurement inEgor Local Government companies is hindered by bureaucracy, corruption, and governanceweaknesses. Enhancing efficiency and transparency requires better governance, stakeholderengagement, and digital tools. Recommended actions include stronger enforcement, adoptionofdigital systems, staff training, and increased collaboration among stakeholders toboost
transparency, accountability, and operational effectiveness

The study evaluates the economic impact of procurement practice on academic performance of University of Benin and Igbinedion University in Edo state. Specifically, the survey assessed the effect of procurement planning, supply evaluation, contract management, procurement staff competency, and inventory management on academic performance. The sample size of 120 respondents- 60 respondents from each university, were purposively chosen from the population comprising all staff members directly engaged in procurement activities at the University of Benin and Igbinedion University. The data employed the primary method of data collection with the aid of structured questionnaire. Descriptive statistics was carried out on the data and the analyse was conducted using linear regression technique. The findings from the analysis demonstrates that procurement planning has a positive and statistically significant effect on university performance, supplier evaluation shows a negative and significant relationship with university performance, contract management displays a negative and significant coefficient while staff competency has a significant positive effect on university performance, and lastly inventory management though positive, was statistically insignificant. The findings indicate that while procurement practices are critical to institutional effectiveness, their impact is inconsistent and often undermined by systemic weaknesses. It is recommended that Universities should adopt participatory planning frameworks that involve end-users, align procurement needs with budget realities, and minimize bureaucratic delays, and Regular training, professional certification, and regulatory awareness programs should be instituted to improve the competence of procurement staff.

In today’s dynamic and uncertain business environment, disruptions from suppliers have become a frequent problem for many organizations. Challenges such as late deliveries, increasing costs, and unstable supply networks often arise when suppliers do not perform as expected. This study examines how companies handle these disruptions, highlighting the types of risks involved and assessing the effectiveness of measures used to reduce their impact. The study used a survey approach involving 216 staff members from 12 medium and large organizations within the manufacturing, healthcare, and retail industries in Edo State, Nigeria. Data was collected through a structured questionnaire and analyzed using descriptive statistics and ANOVA to evaluate how well different risk management strategies work. The findings indicate that supplier related risks such as delivery delays, poor product standards, and excessive dependence on a single supplier are widespread and have a significant influence on procurement activities. Organizations are addressing these risks through practices like using multiple suppliers, carrying out supplier assessments, and keeping buffer stock. These methods have produced moderate results, but further progress is still needed. The study concludes that although companies are taking steps to manage supplier risks, adopting more proactive, technology-driven approaches and improving cooperation with suppliers will strengthen supply chain resilience. It recommends expanding the supplier base, investing in realtime tracking tools, and fostering stronger supplier partnerships to reduce the effect of future disruptions.

This study investigates the influence of public procurement practices and institutional quality on Nigeria’s economic development between 1981 and 2024. Given that public procurement constitutes a substantial portion of national expenditure, it plays a critical role in shaping infrastructure delivery, public service provision, and long-term development outcomes. The Public Procurement Act of 2007 introduced a regulatory framework aimed at enhancing transparency, accountability, and value for money; however, persistent challenges remain. Weak enforcement mechanisms, corruption, political interference, and limited institutional capacity continue to diminish the effectiveness of public spending. The research examines the connections between procurement performance, governance quality, and economic development by reviewing historical trends, policy reforms, and institutional behaviors across key public sectors. It traces the evolution from a largely unregulated and opaque procurement environment in the 1980s and 1990s to a more structured system following the establishment of the Bureau of Public Procurement. Despite these improvements, institutional weaknesses and governance gaps still compromise project execution, contribute to cost overruns, and slow national progress

This study examines the life cycle assessment of health and environmental impact of ceramic tiles product in Edo State. The study examines the use and disposal stages of the life cycle of ceramic tiles. Primary data is used for the study, through the use of questionnaires distributed
using the Google Form. The questionnaire form is sent to four hundred (400) individuals in Benin City via their phone numbers. This method of distribution helped in reaching many individuals. The logistic regression technique was used to analyse the data obtained from the field. The adoption of the logistic technique was as a result of the binary nature of the dependent variables used in the study. However, the study finds that the use and disposal stages have no significant impact on the bad health condition of individuals but the two stage have significant
positive effect on the bad environmental condition on the state. However, the disposal stage is seen to have more significant effect on the bad environmental condition of the State. This means that there no proper ways of disposing the ceramic tiles waste in the State. As a result the study recommends that alternative method of flooring buildings and that more licenses should be given to more private waste disposal firms.

Sustainable agricultural procurement has become an essential pathway for improving food security and rural livelihoods in developing economies. This study examines the institutional drivers and challenges of sustainable agricultural procurement using the FADAMA Project in Ondo State, Nigeria, as a case study. The main objective was to assess procurement delivery effectiveness, identify institutional and operational barriers, and evaluate how existing sustainable procurement strategies contribute to agricultural productivity and long term sustainability across selected local government areas. The study adopted a descriptive and explanatory survey design, relying primarily on qualitative data collected from key stakeholders directly involved in FADAMA implementation and monitoring, including project officials and beneficiary institutions. Regression techniques were applied to analyze relationships between procurement delivery, institutional challenges, and sustainability outcomes. The target population was made up of 286 respondents which comprised individuals and organizations participating in the FADAMA project, providing empirical evidence on procurement planning, input distribution, monitoring processes, and sustainability practices.