The collaboration between Ogun State government and Information Communication Technology (ICT) professionals, as well as startups, towards advancing digital economy, has earned it another golden cap as the Best Overall Performing State In Digital Technology Development.
Previously, the State had received several awards in the sector, including the Most Digitally Compliant State in 2023, by National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Best State in e- Governance Implementation Category by the National Council on Communications and Digital Economy (NCCDE) among others.
Speaking while presenting the award at the 12th Regular meeting of National Council on Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy (NCCIDE), held in Makurdi, Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth lormem Alia commended Prince Dapo Abiodun’s administration in digitalisation and tech entrepreneurship, which has positioned the state as the best among other States.
He noted that the award was a testament to visionary leadership of Governor Abiodun and called for more synergy between ICT professionals and governments at all levels to enable the country attain maximal level in information technology.
Receiving the award on behalf of Ogun State government, Special Adviser on ICT, Dayo Abiodun, attributed it to digital initiatives of Governor Abiodun towards digitalising the state through various training programmes for the citizenry especially youths.
The special Adviser who was represented by a Programme Analyst from Ogun State Bureau of Information Technology (BIT), Ridwan Odufowora stated that the award would spur Ogun government to show more commitment towards harnessing prospects of emerging digital innovations for development of the state.
The Council Meeting, a national annual event aimed at strategizing on advancements in communications, foster innovations and promote growth in digital economy, had in attendance States of the federation, showcasing their achievements in digital economy.
-:Olayinka Ezema, BIT
