To position Kaduna State as a leading hub for innovation, technology, and digital transformation in Nigeria, the Kaduna State House of Assembly has passed the Bill for a Law to Establish the Kaduna State Information Technology and Digital Economy Agency, 2025 into law.
Presenting a report on the bill, Chairman of the House Committee on Information, NGOs and Development Partners, Marah Henry Zachariah, said the initiation of the law is in recognition of the growing importance of digital infrastructure, innovation, and data-driven governance.
He said establishing the agency will promote digital literacy and inclusion across urban and rural communities, and by extension support technology-driven entrepreneurship and youth innovation.
Marah Henry further explained that with the draft, the Kaduna State Information Technology and Digital Economy Agency will serve as the central institution for coordinating all Information Technology-related policies, programs, and partnerships within the state.
Meanwhile, the Kaduna State House of Assembly Committee on Information, NGOs, and Development Partners has embarked on a familiarization visit to key state information agencies, including the Ministry of Information, the Kaduna State Media Corporation (KSMC), and the Kaduna State Printing Press.
The visit, led by the Committee Chairman, Marah Henry Zachariah, was aimed at strengthening collaboration between the legislature, government-owned media and communication institutions.
While at the Ministry of Information, the Commissioner, Malam Ahmed Maiyaki said the ministry has been working to modernize the state’s information architecture and promote transparency in governance through digital and traditional media.
During the visit to the Kaduna State Media Corporation (KSMC), the Managing Director, Mr. Ben Kure briefed the committee members on the corporation’s progress in expanding its broadcast coverage, improving programming, and leveraging digital platforms to reach wider audiences.
On her part, the Director, Kaduna Printing Press, Fatima Bala Ibrahim, stressed the need for upgraded machinery, funding support, and staff training to reposition the Press in the digital age.
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