From CHARLES ONYEKWERE
Enugu State and the federal government have commenced e-government capacity building for no fewer than 110 Enugu State officials within Ministries, Departments and Agencies, MDAs.
The week-long training is being organised by the Enugu State Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology; Federal Ministry of Communication, Innovation and Digital Economy, FMCIDE, and Korea International Cooperation Agency, KOICA.
Speaking at the opening ceremony at the weekend, the Commissioner for Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr Lawrence Ezeh, said the capacity building programme was aimed at equipping officials with the skills needed for modern and tech-driven governance.
Ezeh described the collaborative initiative as “a transformative step” that aligns with global trends in modern governance, adding that the programme marked a significant milestone in Enugu State’s digital advancement agenda.
Represented by the Deputy Director, Technology Transfer and Science Promotion, TTSP, Ijeoma Nwobodo, the commissioner said, “We live in a time where technology is no longer a luxury, but a necessity in all endeavours.
“Governments around the world are embracing e-governance to enhance service delivery, transparency and citizen engagement. Enugu is fully aligned with this global vision.”
Ezeh commended the Federal Ministry of Communication, Innovation and Digital Economy and KOICA for their continued partnership and dedication to digital progress in Nigeria.
The commissioner noted that the programme is coming at a critical time as public institutions increasingly rely on digital tools to deliver efficient and transparent services.
He expressed hope that the digital skills they acquire would create a positive ripple effect throughout the entire government structure within the state.
“This training will not end here. We expect every participant to become a change agent, promote digital workflows, reduce bureaucratic bottlenecks, paper usage and enhance citizens experience across Enugu State,” he said.
The commissioner also highlighted the state government’s broader vision under Governor Peter Mbah, which prioritises innovation, digital transformation and workforce development in the public sector.
“This administration understands that the strength of our institutions lies in the capability of our workforce; as investing in people, processes and purpose is the backbone of modern governance,” he said.
Ezeh urged participants at the training to fully embrace the opportunity, encouraging them to be proactive, inquisitive and solution-driven throughout the training.
“E-government is not just about technology. It is about people, how we serve and lead. It is about building trust and accountability through accessible and responsive governance.
“Let this be the beginning of a new chapter. Where our public servants become champions of innovation and citizens feel the real impact of a digitally empowered government,” he added.
The training, which would run for five working days, would cover areas such as digital administration, workflow automation, data management and digital citizen-centric service delivery.
