Public-Private Partnerships in Entrepreneurship Development in Nigeria

This study undertakes a nuanced examination of the symbiotic relationship between Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) and entrepreneurship development in Nigeria, a nation beset by infrastructural deficits and entrepreneurial stagnation. This research interrogates the efficacy of PPPs in fostering deficits and entrepreneurial stagnation. This research interrogates the efficacy of PPPs in fostering entrepreneurial growth, innovation, and job creation in Nigeria's burgeoning economy. Furthermore, the paper highlights the critical role of PPPs in addressing Nigeria's infrastructure gaps, promoting innovation, and enhancing entrepreneurial capacity. Three research questions in concurrence with the specific objectives and hypotheses guided the study. Methodologically, the study made use of secondary sources of data collection and used content analysis to analyze data. The findings of this study reveal that PPPs can serve as a potent catalyst for entrepreneurship development, particularly when underpinned by robust institutional frameworks, effective governance structures, and stakeholder engagement. The study recommends among others that the Nigerian government should establish clear guidelines and regulations for PPP governance and stakeholder engagement, ensuring transparency and accountability. Thus, this research provides a paradigmatic shift in the discourse on PPPs and entrepreneurship development in Nigeria, and offers actionable insights for stakeholders seeking to promote entrepreneurial growth and economic development in the country.