Stakeholders from various sectors of the economy on Tuesday converged at the International Conversation Center Awka, Anambra State to brainstorm and advocate digital economy and e-governance to ensure accountability and transparency in governance..
The stakeholders argued that the digital bill, is a bid to migrate the country from a paper to a paperless economy, making Nigeria one of the most digital nations in the world.
They also discussed bridging fragmented data infrastructure, expanding digital inclusion in rural areas, and strengthening cybersecurity.
In his opening address, the Managing Director/CEO of the Anambra State ICT Agency, Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata, said Anambra has reaffirmed its position as a leader in digital innovation by hosting the National Digital Economy and E-Governance Bill Stakeholders Engagement in the state.
According to him, “Anambra is a land of opportunities where innovation thrives naturally. These are our budding days, but like Lagos when its tech ecosystem began, our story will soon evolve into a remarkable success.
“Though small in land space, Anambra’s future lies in technology and innovation. Tech holds the key to our growth in the 21st century.
“As Anambra State continues to champion innovation and technology adoption, it sets a standard for digital transformation across Nigeria.”
Agbata praised the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy for selecting Anambra for the crucial engagement, which he noted, aligned the discussion with Governor Charles Soludo’s vision for the state:
Bankole Oke of Duale, Ovia, and Alex-Adedipe Law Firm, in his speech, provided an expert overview of the bill, which includes groundbreaking provisions like the legal recognition of digital communications and electronic signatures. These advancements promise to enhance governance and streamline transactions nationwide.
He stressed that the National Digital Economy and E-Governance Bill introduces groundbreaking provisions, such as the legal recognition of digital communications and electronic signatures, which promise to streamline governance and everyday transactions.
Tribune Online gathered that the session concluded with remarks from Hon. Ebuka Igwe, a member representing Idemmili South in the state House of Assembly, and Ms. Chinwe Okoli, the Governor’s Special Assistant on Innovation and Business Incubation, who commended the collective resolve to advance Nigeria’s digital transformation agenda.
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