The Kano State Government has awarded contracts worth ₦27.8 billion for the construction of Information and Communication Technology and Computer-Based Test, ICT/CBT, centres across the state’s 44 Local Government Areas.
The project is designed to expand access to digital learning, e-examinations and technology skills for young people at the grassroots.
The Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Alhaji Mohammed Tajo Othman, disclosed this at the contract award ceremony held at the Ministry’s Conference Hall.
He described the project as a historic milestone for Kano State, saying the establishment of ICT/CBT centres in all 44 LGAs would bring digital opportunities closer to residents and prepare young people for the future.
The Commissioner said each centre would be equipped with modern facilities, including a high-capacity internet server network, 300 computers and an uninterrupted power supply system comprising the national grid, solar energy and standby generators.
According to him, the project, which he described as the first of its kind to cover all LGAs in the country, is expected to be completed within 16 to 18 weeks.
The companies awarded the contracts are Odaleg Properties and Constructions Limited, Aytaam Construction Limited, Trusted Development, KODAK PRIME, VIND R&D Partnership Limited and Cornerstone Construction and Engineering Limited.
Alhaji Tajo Othman said Vivid RBD Partnership Limited would serve as the project consultant responsible for overall supervision and quality assurance.
The contractors expressed appreciation to the state government for awarding them the project and pledged to deliver according to specifications and within the stipulated timeframe.
The Commissioner added that teams from the affected Local Government Areas and the Ministry would conduct regular inspections to ensure quality and timely delivery.
The ICT/CBT centres are expected to create employment opportunities, support examinations conducted by JAMB, WAEC and NECO, and provide platforms for digital skills training across Kano State.