Benue Govt. Moves To Expand Digital Infrastructure As Gov. Alia Signs MoU With EVNT Technologies

Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with EVNT Technologies, one of the leading Saudi Arabia based Information Technology (IT) and solutions providers.

The agreement is targeted at expanding digital infrastructure in the state, through the Benue Digital Infrastructure Company PLC (BDIC).
The MoU was signed during the 2024 GITEX Global Summit, which ended in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on Friday, October 18th, 2024.
Speaking after the signing, Governor Alia described the move as a step towards making Benue a truly digital environment.

                                                               
He said; “This partnership with EVNT Technologies is a critical step towards realizing our vision of a truly digital Benue. It is about creating opportunities, empowering our people, and laying the groundwork for sustained economic growth”.
Speaking in turn, the founder and Chairman of EVNT Technologies, Hamad Al Saleh, promised the firm’s readiness to bring technology expertise to the state.
The software Engineer also assured that he was going to ensure that Benue State becomes a model for digital transformation in Nigeria and beyond.
Saleh said; “We are excited to bring our expertise to Benue. Together, we can make Benue a model for digital transformation in Nigeria and beyond”.

                                                                         
A statement by Sir Tersoo Kula, Chief Press Secretary to the Benue State Governor, said that aside from Infrastructure Development, the partnership equally targets Skills Training and Capacity Building, Digital Application Development, as well as Digital Policy Formulation and Strategy.
He said that the implementation of the partnership is expected to begin within 90 days, with both parties dedicated to delivering meaningful progress.
The Governor was accompanied by the Managing Director of the Benue Digital Infrastructure Company PLC (BDIC), Terwase Gbande, the Commissioner for Communications, Technology and Digital Economy, Hon. Kwaghgba Amande and the Principal Special Assistant (PSA) to the Governor on ICT and New Media, Angula Bishop Reuben.