implementation as well as monitoring and evaluation of programmes have been produced for use by Federal, States and Local Governments. 1.3.2 As noted earlier, the stock taking exercise carried out by the APRM Department revealed substantial initial lack of in-depth understanding of the NEPAD processes, classification of NPoA projects/programmes, and the various budgets of MDAs. This gap has now been bridged through collaborative efforts and exchange of ideas between NEPAD Nigeria and the various Ministries, Departments and Agencies. 1.4 The Role of Non-State Sector in the Funding of NPoA 1.4.1 So far, the funding of NPoA in Nigeria has been largely through the national, states and local governments and some development partners. Efforts are being made to secure the commitment of the private sector and civil society in this regard. UNDP had at the initial stage of implementation of NPoA funded a number of activities especially in the areas of public enlightenment programmes and the preparation of APRM Country Report on Nigeria should be noted. Some other development partners such as the UK DFID are also collaborating with Federal and State Governments in the areas of education, capacity building for civil servants and reform of the public service 1.5 Lessons learnt in the Implementation Process 1.5.1 The implementation process of the NPoA has thrown up a number of issues and challenges which have been discussed in some lessons have also been learnt. These include the following: 13