Public-Private Partnership In Social Innovation And Policy Development In Obinofia Community In Ezeagu Local Government Area, Enugu State, Nigeria

Abstract

This study examined the role of Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) in social innovation and policy development in Obinofia Community, Ezeagu Local Government Area, Enugu State, Nigeria. Precisely, it investigated partnerships with socio-economic sectors in road infrastructure and discovered the drivers, benefits, and obstacles of local PPPs. A descriptive design was adopted, and data were collected using structured questionnaires, which were analyzed with weighted mean and standard deviation. Findings revealed that socio-economic sectors are acknowledged for providing resources, while structural challenges remain a major limitation. However, active participation and strong collaboration between the government and local actors were perceived as weak. The study further showed that PPPs bring significant benefits, including improved service delivery and expanded economic opportunities, and that local actors are motivated by profit, social impact, and sustainability. The study suggests that legal and institutional frameworks, alongside strategies like stronger policies, transparency, and community engagement, were the mechanisms identified as critical for success. The study concludes that PPPs hold substantial promise for sustainable development in Obinofia if challenges are addressed through comprehensive governance and effective policy frameworks.