Anambra sweeps 4 Awards at 13th NCCIDE Meeting in Jos, emerges Nigeria’s digital champion
Anambra State has swept FOUR major awards at the 13th National Council on Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy (NCCIDE) Meeting in Jos.
The awards include 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 e – Government Implementation.
Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo who shared this on his social media handles, said this achievement is a testament to the bold vision, strategic direction, and commitment to building a digitally empowered Smart Mega City.
He noted that this feat underscores purposeful leadership and people-centered approach to technology, aimed at accelerating development and fostering inclusive growth.
“We are not resting on our laurels!
We will continue to leverage technology to improve lives, strengthen institutions, and create opportunities for our people.
“Thank you to everyone who has supported us on this journey. Anambra is rising, and we are just getting started! May Anambra continue to win!”
With these prestigious awards, Anambra State has reinforced its reputation as a frontrunner in technology-driven governance.
The conference which took place in Jos, Plateau State, has as its theme “Accelerating Inclusive Digital Transformation: Bridging Gaps and Fostering Sustainable Growth Through Innovation,” and featured key players from federal and state sectors, industry experts, and innovators.
At the end of the presentations, Anambra emerged as one of the most outstanding performers at the event.
The impressive performance is a testament to the bold vision and strategic direction of Governor 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.
Receiving the awards on behalf of the Governor, the Managing Director, Anambra State ICT Agency, Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata (CFA), appreciated the Governor for providing enabling environment, policy guidance, leadership and unwavering support that energize 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.
A statement released by the Public Relations Officer, Anambra State ICT Agency, Angela Nwanodu, said this year’s achievement marks the second time Anambra has swept four major national awards at NCCIDE, following a similar outstanding performance in 2023. The consistency underscores the State’s sustained excellence in digital governance, eGovernment implementation, infrastructure development, and human capital growth.
“With these recognitions, Anambra continues to demonstrate that purposeful leadership, strategic planning, and a people-centred approach to technology can accelerate development and foster inclusive growth,” she concluded.
