By Daniel-Nwosu Lucy
In a bid to enhance efficiency and transparency in governance, Edo State Government has embarked on a training program for Local Government Workers across three senatorial districts of the State on E-Governance (E-Gov) and Information and Communication Technology (ICT).
The exercise which kicked off with the training of officers in Edo South Senatorial district took place at the ICTA Hall in the John Odigie Oyegun Public Service Academy (JOOPSA) and is aimed at equipping Local Government Workers with the necessary knowledge and skills to leverage technology in their day-to-day operations.
The training encompasses a wide range of modules, including Computer Appreciation, Information Communication Technology Collaborative Tools, Microsoft Office Tools, Introduction to E-governance, and E-governance platforms, amongst others.
Delivering his welcome address, Edo State’s Head of Service and Chairman of E-governance, Dr. Anthony Okungbowa applauded the foresight of Governor Godwin Obaseki to change the face of governance in Edo State, harping on the importance of the Local Government tier in adopting digital governance which is designed to strengthen the Civil and Public Service effectiveness and increase transparency.
“Edo State is the most digitalized in the country, thanks to His Excellency, the Governor. Today we can boldly say that Edo is the only State in this country that has transited completely from paper to a paperless government. That is because one man, took it upon himself, which is the Governor of this State, and has ensured we move at the pace we have moved from where we were to where we are now. As Head of Service, I do not need to be physically present to treat my files. I can treat my files anywhere in this world. This is what E-governance has done for us”. He said.
For full report visit: Edo State official website
URL: https://edostate.gov.ng/edsg-embarks-on-manpower-development-across-senatorial-districts/
