SkillUpImo: Ministry, Commissioner win more awards

The Imo State Ministry of Digital Economy and e-Government and the Commissioner in charge, Dr Chimezie Amadi, have been honoured with the ‘Best State MDA in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Human Capacity Development’ and ‘Distinguished GOVtech Trailblazers’ awards, at the weekend.

They were honoured at the inaugural edition of the Nigeria Govtech Public Service Awards organised by the Presidency through the Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR), with the theme, ‘Advancing Public Service Reforms Through Digital Transformation,’ in Abuja.

It is noteworthy that earlier this month, an award came the way of Imo through the SkillUpImo project, which is under the Ministry of Digital Economy and E-Government. Also, in July, Governor Hope Uzodimma and Amadi won awards in Lagos through the project.

The latest awards were to recognise and celebrate individuals and government organisations that harnessed technology to enhance public service delivery and improve the lives of the citizenry.

Reacting to the award, Amadi said: “This remarkable achievement is a testament to the unwavering dedication, innovation and passion that flow through the veins of our great state. Imo is shining bright on the national stage, and it is an incredible moment of pride for all of us.

“I express my deepest gratitude to our digital governor for his extraordinary vision for our state’s digital transformation. Under his dynamic leadership, Imo has embraced the future of governance, leading the way in harnessing the power of technology to drive progress and development.”

He appreciated the SkillUpImo community for its unwavering support, which he described as a pillar of strength.