.To Boost Tech Infrastructure, Attract Investment
BY JUMAI NWACHUKWU/ IFEANYI UWAGWU
THE Delta State Government has set an ambitious timeline for advancing its digital landscape, as the State Commissioner for Science and Technology Dr. Daniel Odigie tasked a 12-member committee to submit a comprehensive draft copy of the State digital policy within six weeks.
He said this during the inauguration of the 12-member draft committee on digital policy, which would be further reviewed by a wider stakeholders for the implementation by the Delta State Government.
Dr. Odigie noted that the policy initiative, driven by the state’s desire to embrace technology across all sectors, signals a strong commitment to digital transformation aimed at improving innovation, government efficiency, enhancing public access to services, and fostering a more inclusive, tech-enabled society. The Commissioner outlined the critical role that a well-defined digital policy would play in supporting Delta’s broader developmental goals if drafted properly by the committee, as he emphasized that the proposed policy would not only modernize state infrastructure but also streamline how citizens interact with government services.
Dr. Odigie, who underscored the importance of a focused and collaborative effort from the committee, encouraged them to think boldly yet practically, while balancing innovative ideas with a realistic roadmap for implementation.
Speaking with newsmen, the Chairman of the Committee and the Director of ICT, Ministry of Science and Technology, Mr. Ighoyota Rocky said that the aim of the committee, was to enable them produce a draft copy of state digital policy.
According to Ighoyota, “the entire world has gone digital and the Delta State government has done well in getting infrastructure, Ict infrastructure all over the state but we need a driving document, that will enable us run these infrastructures effectively for the benefits of mankind and all Deltans”.
He mentioned that with a digital policy in place, it would be clear to other organisations that Delta State is prepared for digital business, encouraging them to invest and collaborate.
“A structured policy would serve as a reliable guide for ICT processes, and having this documented framework signals Delta’s commitment to digital readiness. Without a guiding document, potential partners may hesitate, as they lack clear information on how to align with the state’s infrastructure”, he said.
However, Mr. Ighoyota highlighted that with a well-defined policy, organizations can see Delta’s readiness and understand the capabilities and limitations of the technology in place.
“This clarity will open up new opportunities, creating job prospects for residents. Investors are more likely to come forward, confident that Delta has a solid, dependable framework guiding its technological infrastructure. This policy will give them assurance on how to navigate partnerships with Delta in the tech sector”.
