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The State Manager for the 3MTT program embarked on an advocacy visit to the Borno State Information and Communication Technology Development Agency (BICTDA). The visit aimed to establish collaboration between the 3MTT program and BICTDA to expand the program's reach, particularly to rural areas of the state.
The 3MTT program is strategically designed to cultivate Nigeria's technical talent pool, essential for driving the nation's digital economy and positioning Nigeria as a prominent exporter of skilled talent globally.
the Community Manager, Ibrahim El-yakub was received by the Executive Secretary of BICTDA Engr. Mohammed Ahmed Kabir Wanori, alongside his team and board members designate to the agency. The discussions centered on exploring avenues for collaboration and outlining how BICTDA could support the objectives of the 3MTT program.
Key areas of discussion included strategies for extending the reach of the program to underserved rural communities in Borno State, where access to technical education and opportunities may be limited. The collaboration between 3MTT and BICTDA seeks to bridge this gap by facilitating the delivery of technical training and resources to these areas.
During the meeting, the Executive Secretary expressed BICTDA's commitment to supporting initiatives that promote technical education and skills development in Borno State. He emphasized the agency's role in leveraging technology to drive socio-economic growth and improve livelihoods across the state.
In response, the 3MTT Community Manager commended BICTDA's dedication to advancing ICT development in Borno State and highlighted the significance of collaboration in achieving shared goals. He outlined the potential impact of extending the 3MTT program to rural areas, stressing the importance of empowering individuals with technical skills to participate in the digital econ

On May 1, 2024, Engr. Muhammed Ahmad Kabir Wanori, FNSE, the BICTDA boss, and his team embarked on a site visit to Gubio and Magumeri to assess the progress of projects in the areas. During the visit, they inspected the completed work at the Magumeri ICT center.
Engr. Wanori expressed his gratitude to Governor Babagana Umara Zulum, CON, mni, FNSE, for providing the necessary support to complete the project. He confirmed that the centers are ready for commissioning, marking a significant milestone in the digital transformation of the local governments.
The stakeholders in Gubio and Magumeri praised Governor Zulum for entrusting Engr. Wanori with the mandate to transform their local governments into digital hubs. With the completion of the ICT centers, the communities are poised to benefit from enhanced digital infrastructure and improved access to information and communication technologies

Engr. Mohammed Ahmed Kabir Wanori, FNSE, the Executive Secretary of Borno State Information and Communication Technology Development Agency (BICTDA), undertook a monitoring visit to two ongoing construction projects for Digital Literacy Centers in Mafa and Magumeri relentlessly concurrently to expedite the the project completion. Engr. Wanori's visit aimed to assess the preparedness of the centers for launch by His Excellency Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, the Executive Governor of Borno State. The centers are currently undergoing finishing works, including coordinating Instructors, interlocking, cleaning, dusting and testing to prepare them for commissioning. The Borno State Government, under Governor Zulum's leadership, has prioritized digital literacy initiatives to bridge the digital divide and empower citizens with ICT skills. These Digital Literacy Centers are expected to play a crucial role in achieving this objective. The specific details of ES Engr. Wanori's findings and the launch date for the centers by Governor Zulum is to be disclosed soon in the available information. However, this monitoring visit signifies the completion of these centers and the Borno State government's commitment to digital development.

The Borno State Information and Communication Technology Development Agency (BICTDA) has initiated a comprehensive Onboarding training program for instructors of digital literacy centers of Gubio, Mafa, Magumeri, Mobbar and Nganzai local government areas. The event, which took place at the ICT center of Ramat Polytechnic. During the ceremony, the Executive Secretary Mohammed Kabir Wanori FNSE of BICTDA delivered his remarks, highlighting the importance to the state. He officially declared the training program opened, emphasizing the agency's commitment to improving access to digital skills and technology across every nook and cranny of the State.