Kano Launches ₦27.8bn ICT, CBT Project Across 44 LGAs

The Kano State Government has awarded contracts worth ₦27.8 billion for the construction of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres across the state’s 44 Local Government Areas.

The Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Mohammed Tajo-Othman, disclosed this on Tuesday during the contract award ceremony in Kano.

He said the initiative would expand access to digital learning, computer-based examinations and technology skills, particularly for young people in rural communities.

According to the commissioner, each centre will be equipped with 300 computers, high-capacity internet infrastructure and uninterrupted power supply supported by the national grid, solar energy and standby generators.

Tajo-Othman said the project is expected to be completed within 16 to 18 weeks, describing it as the first project of its kind to provide ICT and CBT centres across every local government area in the country.

The centres will also support examinations conducted by bodies including JAMB, WAEC and NECO, while providing facilities for digital skills training and creating employment opportunities.

The commissioner said the state government and local government authorities would conduct regular inspections to ensure that the projects meet the required standards.

The contractors awarded the projects include Odaleg Properties and Constructions Limited, Aytaam Construction Limited, Trusted Development, KODAK PRIME, VIND R&D Partnership Limited, and Cornerstone Construction & Engineering Limited.

Vivid R&D Partnership Limited will serve as the project consultant responsible for overall supervision and quality assurance.