Kano Govt Awards N27.8bn Contracts For ICT/CBT Centres In 44 LGAs

The Kano State Government has awarded contracts worth N27.806bn for the construction of Information and Communication Technology and Computer-Based Test (ICT/CBT) centres across the 44 local government areas of the state.

The project, according to the state Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Mohammed Tajo Othman, is aimed at expanding access to digital learning, e-examinations and technology skills for youths at the grassroots.

Othman disclosed this at the contract award ceremony held at the ministry’s conference hall, describing the project as a milestone in the state’s drive to take digital opportunities closer to residents.

He said each centre would be equipped with modern facilities, including a high-capacity internet server network, 300 computers and uninterrupted power supply from the national grid, solar energy and standby generators.

According to him, the project is expected to be completed within 16 to 18 weeks.

Othman said the initiative was the first of its kind in the country to provide ICT/CBT centres across all local government areas, adding that it would also create employment opportunities and strengthen access to digital services.

He listed the contractors handling the project as Odaleg Properties and Constructions Limited, Aytaam Construction Limited, Trusted Development, KODAK PRIME, VIND R&D Partnership Limited and Cornerstone Construction & Engineering Limited.

He said Vivid RBD Partnership Limited had been appointed as the project consultant responsible for overall supervision and quality assurance.

The commissioner added that teams from the local government areas and the ministry would conduct regular inspections to ensure compliance with specifications and timely delivery.

The centres, when completed, are expected to support examinations conducted by JAMB, WAEC and NECO, as well as provide facilities for digital skills training across the state.

The contractors, who expressed appreciation to the state government for awarding them the project, pledged to execute the contracts according to specifications and within the stipulated timeframe.