In a strategic effort to deepen grassroots digital inclusion, the Kwara State Government has finalized plans to commence structured digital capacity training across Local Government Areas (LGAs) under the Federal Government’s Project 774 initiative.
The implementation planning meeting, held on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at the Ilorin Innovation Hub, was led by Hon Ishola Kayode, Special Assistant to the Governor on Digital Innovation. The session brought together key stakeholders to coordinate the rollout of infrastructure aimed at strengthening support for local government through enhanced digital literacy, digitization and more.
Following deliberations with representatives from benefiting LGAs, including Ifelodun, Ilorin West, Ilorin East, Ilorin South, and Offa, it was resolved that the first phase of the programme will prioritize the training of local government personnel. This foundational approach ensures that staff are well-equipped to coordinate and support subsequent community-based training for indigenous residents.
Honourable Kayode noted that His Excellency, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON, has already made the necessary provisions to activate and utilize these digital facilities. He emphasized that the equipment—originally initiated in 2024 by the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Hon. Bosun Tijani—must be strictly safeguarded and maintained.
“These systems are costly assets that must not be moved unnecessarily,” Kayode cautioned, urging LGAs to transition toward official digital channels for quicker, paperless communication.
Supporting this vision, the Director of Personnel, Finance and Supply from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Technology, Mrs. Adeiran Motunrayo, urged LGA leadership to select only “serious-minded and committed individuals” for the programme to ensure sustainable growth.
The meeting was attended by the Honourable Commissioner for MBIT, represented by Mrs. Adeiran Motunrayo (DPFS); Hon. Abdulrahman Ladan, Chairman of Ilorin West LGA; Hon. Garba Olayinka Lukman, Chairman of Ilorin East LGA; as well as representatives of the Chairmen for Ilorin South, Ifelodun, and Offa, alongside other officials from the Office of the Special Assistant on Digital Innovation.
Media Team,
Office of the SA on Digital Innovation
