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Leveraging Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) for effective administration: A case study of Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic, Bauchi, Bauchi, Nigeria
Authors
Othman Ahmed Alkaleri
Abstract
This research examines how Public-Private
Partnerships (PPPs) contribute to effective management in government-supported
higher education institutions, specifically focusing on Abubakar Tatari Ali
Polytechnic (ATAPOLY), Bauchi. The study employs a qualitative case study
approach, primarily relying on secondary data sources such as institutional
policy documents, national guidelines, and academic literature. The analysis
follows thematic methods, organizing findings into potential benefits and
obstacles of PPP implementation. The results indicate that PPPs offer
considerable advantages for ATAPOLY, including the development of
infrastructure, diversification of funding sources, enhanced quality and
efficiency in educational delivery, and strengthened connections between the
Polytechnic and the industry. These results are crucial in tackling ongoing
funding shortages and infrastructural challenges that Nigerian state-owned
polytechnics encounter. Nonetheless, the findings also reveal significant
challenges, including policy and regulatory hurdles, inadequate institutional
capacity for managing contracts, risks of unequal cost-sharing, weak mechanisms
for transparency and accountability, and political interference in
administrative matters. The study concludes that although PPPs cannot replace
public funding, they can act as an additional strategy to reinforce
institutional sustainability and improve educational outcomes. It suggests
enhancing legal frameworks, building institutional capacity, promoting transparency,
and encouraging industry partnerships through initial PPP projects. For ATAPOLY
to effectively utilize PPPs, it is essential to find a balance between the
efficiency of the private sector and public accountability and affordability to
ensure equitable access to higher education.
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Pages:23-28
How to cite this article:
Othman Ahmed Alkaleri "Leveraging Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) for effective administration: A case study of Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic, Bauchi, Bauchi, Nigeria". International Journal of Commerce and Management Research, Vol 11, Issue 10, 2025, Pages 23-28
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