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From Obinna Odogwu, Awka
Anambra State has won four major awards at the 13th Meeting of the National Council on Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy (NCCIDE) held at the Crispan Suite & Event Centre, Jos, Plateau State.
At the event, which lasted from December 8–12, Anambra was crowned as the Best Overall Performing State in ICT Development, Best State in ICT Human Capital Development, 2nd Runner-Up in Infrastructure Development and 2nd Runner-Up in eGovernment Implementation.
The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Anambra State ICT Agency, Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata, who received the awards on behalf of the governor, Prof Chukwuma Soludo, said that the awards have reaffirmed the state’s position as a national leader in digital innovation and governance.
“The impressive performance is a testament to the bold vision and strategic direction of Mr Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, whose commitment to building a liveable, prosperous, and digitally empowered Smart Mega City continues to propel the state to national recognition.
“Through focused investments in broadband expansion, eGovernment services, tech-driven governance reforms, digital skills and lots more, Governor Soludo has positioned Anambra as a model of what is possible when political will guides a skilled team into precise execution,” he said.
Agbata, better known as CFA, expressed profound gratitude to the governor for providing the enabling environment, policy guidance, leadership and unwavering support that energise the state’s digital transformation drive in line with his “Everything Technology, Technology Everywhere” mantra.
“This recognition is another clear validation of Governor Soludo’s vision and a reflection of the hard work, collaboration, and commitment of the entire Solution Team.
“Anambra remains intentional about leveraging technology to improve lives, strengthen institutions, and create opportunities. We are grateful for this recognition and motivated to do even more,” CFA said.
