Jigawa State Executive Council has approved the award of a contract of over 380 million naira for the supply and installation of solar-powered systems at Information and communication technology (ICT) centres across the state.
The State Commissioner Information, Alhaji Sagir Musa Ahmed explained that,
the project will cover ICT Centres located in Marke, Auyo, Dutse, Kazaure, Lafiya Guri, Madobi Dutse, Malam Madori, Danzomo and Sule Tankarkar.
Others are Kaugama, Kafin Hausa, Garki, Miga, Birnin Kudu, Ringim, Bulangu and Kanya Babba in Babura local government area, among other designated locations as specified in the approved contract.
He said, the initiative is part of border effort of the present administration, aimed at providing reliable and sustainable electricity to the ICT centres, reducing dependence on conventional power sources and improving the delivery of digital services, ICT training and other technology-based learning activities.
Sagir said, the installation of solar-powered systems is also expected to enhance the operational efficiency of the centres, minimize disruptions caused by power outages and create a more conducive environment for digital literacy, skills acquisition and youth empowerment.
According to him, the project forms part of the government’s broader efforts to improve public infrastructure and equip citizens, particularly young people, with the digital skills required to participate effectively in the modern, technology-driven economy.
Editing By Yusuf Zubairu
