BORDER COMMUNITIES DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (BCDA) AND THE NIGERIAN INSTITUTE OF QUANTITY SURVEYORS (NIQS) ESTABLISH STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP TO BOOST QUALITY ASSURANCE AND EFFICIENT PROJECT MANAGEMENT OF BCDA’s 2025 CAPITAL PROJECTS.

In a significant step towards ensuring the successful execution and supervision of the Border Communities Development Agency’s 2025 Capital Projects, the Border Communities Development Agency (BCDA), under the leadership of its Executive Secretary, Dr. George D.A. Kelly FNIQS, and the Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (NIQS), led by its President, QS Kene C. Nzekwe FNIQS, officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 24th March, 2025 at the Agency’s Head Office in Abuja.
The MoU is designed to uphold the highest standards of quality assurance and project delivery, aligning with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR’s Renewed Hope Agenda. This collaboration aims to strengthen the implementation of BCDA’s Capital projects, ensuring they meet international best practices and contribute meaningfully to the development of border communities located in over 3,000 communities, in 105 Local Government Areas in 21 States of the Federation.
The partnership will leverage NIQS’s expertise in quantity surveying, cost management, and project supervision to enhance transparency, efficiency, and accountability in the execution of BCDA’s 2025 projects. By aligning with the Renewed Hope Agenda, the initiative seeks to foster sustainable development, improve infrastructure, and elevate the quality of life for residents in the border communities.
During the signing ceremony, Dr. George D.A. Kelly, Executive Secretary of BCDA, emphasized the importance of the collaboration, stating, “This MoU marks a pivotal moment in our commitment to delivering impactful projects that align with Mr. President’s vision for a prosperous Nigeria. With NIQS’s technical expertise, we are confident that our 2025 projects will be executed to the highest standards, ensuring value for money and sustainable development.” The Executive Secretary also used the opportunity to express gratitude to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, for BCDA’s enhanced budgetary allocation for the year 2025 and promised that the funds will be used judiciously to fund all the Agency’s projects in Water Supply, Health, Education, Agriculture/Food Security and Social Welfare.
Furthermore, this partnership includes extensive capacity building initiatives, where NIQS will provide specialized training for BCDA staff in critical areas such as project monitoring, evaluation, and development planning. This knowledge transfer will enhance BCDA’s institutional capabilities in project implementation and oversight.
In addition, Dr. Kelly emphasized that BCDA will be “going green” and all projects would be smart and green for the border communities, utilizing solar energy. Also, the Agency will be providing off-grid solar power systems to the border communities to compliment other power solutions.
In his remarks, QS Kene C. Nzekwe, President of NIQS, expressed optimism about the partnership, noting, “This collaboration with BCDA provides an opportunity for NIQS to contribute its wealth of experience in ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality. We are committed to supporting the Renewed Hope Agenda of Mr. President through effective project management and supervision.”
The signing ceremony which held in Abuja was attended by key stakeholders from both organizations and Gentlemen of the Press.
This partnership underscores the importance of collaboration in achieving national development goals and marks a significant milestone in Nigeria’s quest for sustainable development.