- The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has formally handed over the Digital Industrial Park and Digital Bridge Institute facilities to the Enugu State Government as part of efforts to accelerate digital transformation and strengthen the state’s technology ecosystem.
- The handover ceremony, held on August 4, 2026, at the Enugu State Government House, was presided over by Governor Peter Mbah and the Executive Vice Chairman of the NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida.
- With the facilities now under the management of the Enugu State Government, the state is expected to leverage the infrastructure to expand digital skills development, address the technology talent gap and provide greater opportunities for young people and technology-driven businesses.
- The Digital Industrial Park and Digital Bridge Institute were conceived as platforms for innovation and human capital development.
- The transfer of the facilities is expected to support Enugu State’s ambition of becoming a leading digital economy hub in Nigeria by providing infrastructure for technology training, innovation and digital entrepreneurship.
- Dr. Aminu Maida emphasized that buildings alone do not create innovation, stating that people, ideas, and entrepreneurs are essential for driving innovation.
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has officially transferred the Digital Industrial Park and Learning Centre to the Enugu State Government under a 15-year lease, aiming to bolster the state's digital economy. The handover, which took place on August 4, 2026, was led by Governor Peter Mbah and NCC's Dr. Aminu Maida.1234
This initiative is part of a broader strategy to enhance digital skills, promote innovation, and support technology-driven enterprises in Enugu. Maida highlighted that the facilities are designed to foster human capital development and entrepreneurship, stating, 'These facilities were conceived as platforms for innovation.' He emphasized that the success of this initiative will depend on the impact on skills development and job creation, rather than just the physical infrastructure.56
The NCC's decision to grant the lease reflects Enugu's commitment to investing in education and infrastructure, with the goal of becoming a leading hub for digital services and artificial intelligence. Maida noted, 'No investment delivers more enduring returns than investment in people.' The partnership aligns with the Federal Government's digital economy agenda, aiming to build a $1tn economy driven by productivity and innovation.
As Enugu prepares to activate these facilities, the state government is expected to leverage this opportunity to address the technology talent gap and create greater opportunities for its youth and businesses.
“The handover ceremony, held August 4 at Enugu Government House, was presided over by Governor Peter Mbah and NCC's Dr. Aminu Maida. Maida linked the lease to President Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda and Enugu's plan to recruit 6,500 teachers under its Smart Green Schools initiative.”
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