Benue State has taken a significant step towards enhancing its digital infrastructure through a strategic partnership with Galaxy Backbone Ltd. The partnership aims to modernize the state’s technological framework, with a focus on creating a digital environment that enhances governance, supports local businesses, and improves the overall quality of life for its people.
The partnership was sealed when Executive Governor Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia led a team of professionals to Galaxy Backbone’s state-of-the-art facilities in Abuja. The visit marked a pivotal moment in the state’s digital advancement, with the governor touring the Network Operations Centre, Tier III Data Centre, Power Room, and Security Operations Centre.
The partnership is part of Benue State’s broader initiative to implement the National Digital Economy Plan Strategy 2020 to 2030. Two key agencies have been created to oversee the digital transformation of state government operations and ensure the effective deployment of technology solutions. These agencies are the Benue Digital Infrastructure Company PLC (BDIC) and the Benue State Digital Infrastructure Services Management Enforcement Agency (BENDISMEA).
Governor Alia emphasized the importance of the collaboration with Galaxy Backbone Ltd., highlighting its potential to achieve high standards in technology, security, and operational efficiency. The partnership is seen as a major leap forward for Benue State, positioning it as a frontrunner in digital innovation within Northern Nigeria and aligning with national goals for technological advancement and economic growth.
The initiative promises to lay a strong foundation for a digitally empowered state, fostering greater connectivity and efficiency across its governance and business sectors.
