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About the Agency

About JISITDEA

A purpose built agency for Jigawa's digital decade, established to lead the state's transformation through infrastructure, digital government, and inclusive technology.

Genesis

Established to lead Jigawa's digital era

JISITDEA was established in 2024 to lead the digital transformation of Jigawa State. The Agency was created from a clear recognition that technology is central to modern development and to economic opportunity for citizens.

Our mandate reaches every part of the state. We build ICT infrastructure, develop digital government services, strengthen skills, and support digital inclusion so that more people can take part in the digital economy.

JL
2024

JISITDEA Law, 2024

Enacted by the Jigawa State House of Assembly — establishing JISITDEA as the apex ICT regulatory and promotional body for the state.

27
LGAs
4.3M+
Citizens
2024
Est.

Mandate Pillars

01
Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity
Fiber networks, state-wide connectivity, data centers across all 27 LGAs.
02
E-Governance & Public Service Delivery
Digital platforms, process automation, citizen-facing portals.
03
Digital Economy & Skills Development
J-2TAP program, digital literacy, youth entrepreneurship support.
04
Policy, Regulation & Compliance
IT standards, licensing, digital legislation and regulatory support.
05
Data Protection & Cybersecurity
NDPC alignment, data governance, privacy regulation statewide.
Purpose

Mission & Vision

The twin pillars guiding every decision and programme at JISITDEA.

Mission

To use technology to improve governance, stimulate economic growth, create opportunities for citizens, and build a digitally inclusive society.

What we deliver

Vision

To make Jigawa State a leading digital economy in Nigeria through innovation, technology, and excellent public service delivery.

About the agency
The Director General
The Director General
Director General
AgencyJISITDEA
StateJigawa
Est.2024
DG's Desk

A Message from the Director General

Our vision is a digitally empowered Jigawa State where every citizen, business, and government institution leverages technology to improve lives and drive sustainable development.

Our work is grounded in the belief that digital access is a right, not a privilege. Every programme we run, every infrastructure project we commission, and every policy we formulate is designed to close gaps — between urban and rural, between the connected and the underserved, between potential and opportunity.

Together, we are building a digitally resilient Jigawa — one where government is transparent, services are accessible, and citizens are empowered.

The Director General
The Director General Director General
Leadership

Agency Leadership

The team driving Jigawa's digital transformation agenda.

Head

Dr. Salisu Garba

Digital Infrastructure and Research

Head

Engr. Umar Sulaiman Sabo

E Government Services and Digital Economy

Director

Babandi Usman

Digital Literacy and Capacity Development

What we stand for

Our values

The principles that guide our work and our service to the people of Jigawa State.

Innovation

Embracing cutting-edge technologies and creative solutions to address local digital challenges across Jigawa State.

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Inclusivity

Ensuring equal digital opportunities for all citizens regardless of location, gender, or socioeconomic background.

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Excellence

Maintaining the highest standards in service delivery, project execution, and stakeholder engagement at all times.

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Transparency

Open, accountable governance in all our digital programs, procurement, and public-facing services and platforms.

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Collaboration

Partnering with government, private sector, and civil society to achieve shared digital transformation goals.

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