Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arch Ahmed Dangiwa, has officially commissioned the Ministry’s Electronic Content Management System (ECMS), marking a significant step toward digital transformation and enhanced service delivery.
In his remarks in Abuja, Dangiwa noted that the Ministry has taken a bold step by deploying the ECMS to overcome challenges associated with traditional, paper-based processes. He highlighted that such legacy systems often led to delays, inefficiencies, and an inability to meet the increasing demands of Nigeria’s housing sector.
“The new system is designed to provide a robust and secure platform for managing our critical content, documentation, and records,” said Arch. Dangiwa.
“This initiative is a testament to our commitment to the national agenda for digital transformation, which aims to improve governance, enhance transparency, and promote efficiency across all levels of government,” he added.
While emphasising that the ECMS commissioning is more than a technological milestone, the Housing Minister described it as a vital component of Nigeria’s vision for a digitally-enabled government.
He maintained that the key benefits of the ECMS are enormous: Improved efficiency, enhanced transparency and accountability,
increased security and regulatory compliance, better service delivery and environmental sustainability.
Speaking earlier, the permanent secretary acknowledged the dedication of the ministry’s staff, revealing that all departments and offices will undergo comprehensive training to ensure effective utilisation of the new system.
However, he cautioned that the successful implementation of the ECMS goes beyond its initial launch. Continuous training, user support, and regular system upgrades will be prioritised to ensure smooth adaptation and long-term functionality.
“We are fully aware of the challenges that new systems often present – from user adaptation to technical maintenance. However, with the collective effort of all stakeholders, I am confident that this initiative will be a resounding success,” he concluded.
