The Director General of Katsina State Directorate of Information and Communication Technology (KATDICT), Malam Naufal Ahmed, has formed a partnership with the Katsina Youth Craft Village (KYCV) led by Engr. Kabir Abdullahi Kofar Soro, with a vision to ensure digital growth in the state.
During the visit to KYCV, Malam Ahmed emphasized KATDICT strong interagency collaboration and user-centred design to achieve digital transformation.
According to the ICT Director, “This partnership aligns with Governor Radda’s directive to transform the Youth Craft Village into a skills acquisition hub, focusing on digital literacy and technology-driven vocational training.”
Briefing the ICT Director on its operations, KYCV Coordinator, Engr. Abdullahi noted that Governor Radda vision of transforming the village into a leading skills acquisition centre for youth and women is becoming a reality.
Engr. Abdullahi also made it known that the Governor has transferred four additional skills acquisition centres in Daura, and Malumfashi to KYCV’s management. He praised the visionary leadership of the Governor for propelling the centre to lead charge in skills, vocational and economic development.
Expressing his satisfaction with the partnership, Malam Ahmed noted, “I am particularly excited about our ongoing collaboration to fully digitize KYCV’s processes, including admission, record keeping and attendance.”
Malam Ahmed, however, stressed that the partnership will aid the administration’s goal of empowering youth through digital skills and creating sustainable employment opportunities.
“Through these partnerships, we are building a foundation for sustainable digital growth that will benefit all residents of Katsina State,” Malam Ahmed assured.
