Public-Private Partnerships and Entrepreneurship Development in Nigeria: The Mediating Influence of Corporate Social Responsibility
Keywords:
Public-Private-Partnerships, Entrepreneurship Development, Corporate Social Responsibility, Sustainable Development, NigeriaAbstract
Entrepreneurship is described as a critical driver of sustainable economic growth and development. Despite Nigeria’s abundant natural and human resources, the nation’s entrepreneurial development remains modest. This study examines the interplay between Public–Private Partnerships (PPPs) and entrepreneurship development in Nigeria, with a particular focus on the mediating influence of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). The paper adopts a conceptual and theoretical review based on secondary data drawn from journals, institutional reports, and policy documents. The findings reveal that PPPs, when strategically aligned with CSR principles, can significantly enhance entrepreneurial capacity, job creation, and community empowerment. The paper recommends that private organisations should dedicate a defined portion of their CSR investments to entrepreneurial initiatives within their host communities to foster innovation, reduce poverty, and stimulate long-term national development. The study proposes a research model linking PPPs and entrepreneurship development, with CSR serving as a mediating variable. The model underscores the potential of collaborative governance to promote inclusive and sustainable entrepreneurship development
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