ABSTRACT
Government information is primarily funded by taxpayers, and the least government can do is provide taxpayers with access to this information. The chapter examines the meaning of public sector information (PSI), situates it within the broader access to knowledge discussions, and investigates the linkage between PSI and the law. It highlights the importance of operating an open government, the economic contributions it brings to economies through creativity, innovation and the development of value-added services. It also examines international perspectives on information management. Nigeria’s information management framework is discussed, and clarifications are made with regard to the distinctions between PSI and freedom of information (FOI).
