Nasarawa State is among seven states selected to pilot a digital platform aimed at strengthening transparency and accountability in local government administration.
The initiative, jointly introduced by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), is designed to give citizens access to information on local government projects and public spending, while providing a platform to demand accountability from their councils.
Speaking at the flag-off of the ICPC-NITDA Local Government Website Pilot Programme in Lafia, Governor Abdullahi Sule welcomed the initiative and pledged the state’s support towards achieving its objectives.
The ICPC Chairman, Dr. Musa Aliyu and the Director-General of NITDA, Kashifu Abdullahi, described the platform as a corruption prevention mechanism that would enable citizens to monitor projects, access relevant information and hold local government officials accountable.
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They explained that Nasarawa State was selected in recognition of its efforts in governance and development.
Beyond promoting transparency, interactive websites are also expected to enhance digital skills at the grassroots, create employment opportunities, and strengthen communication between citizens and local government authorities.
The initiative is expected to be extended to all 774 local government areas across the country, providing citizens with greater access to information and encouraging public participation in local governance.
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