In a landmark event, the Edo State Governor, His Excellency Godwin Nogheghase Obaseki, alongside the Edo State Civil and Public Servants, unveiled a commemorative plaque to celebrate the state’s transition from paper-based to digital governance. This monumental achievement, which positions Edo State as the first in Nigeria to adopt full-scale e-governance, took place on November 8, 2024.
The plaque reads:
“This plaque commemorates the transition of the public service of Edo State from paper to digital governance (the first in Nigeria) on September 1, 2023, by the administration of His Excellency Godwin Nogheghase Obaseki, Governor of Edo State. Unveiled by His Excellency Godwin N. Obaseki this 8th day of November in the Year of Our Lord, 2024.”
Governor Obaseki lauded the efforts of the E-Governance Team, whose dedication and innovative spirit made the transition possible. He emphasized the importance of leveraging technology to enhance efficiency, transparency, and service delivery in governance. The governor stated, “This achievement marks a critical step in our journey toward building a modern, efficient, and citizen-focused public service.”
The success of the e-governance initiative was driven by a diverse and highly skilled team of professionals from various departments. Below is the comprehensive list of members who contributed to this historic milestone:
Core Leadership Team
- Dr. Anthony Osas Okungbowa – Head of Service (HOS)
- Mr. Goodluck Igbinedion – Managing Director, ICTA
- Mr. George Igberaese – Permanent Secretary, Human Resources
- Birgitta Eno Okodugha – Retired Permanent Secretary, E-Governance Consultant
- Yuwa Naps – Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Digital Economy, Science and Technology
- Dr. Peter Osagie – Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Agric
- Dr. Mrs. Joy Iyen Akhigbe – Permanent Secretary, Directorate of Corporate change
- Mrs. Emojabo Iyamah – Executive Director ICTA
- Mrs. Kate Aituari Nosa Aye – Assistant Director, Directorate of Corporate change
- Dr. Mrs. Ewere Rita Sam-Uroupa – Chief Scientific Officer, Ministry of Environment and Sustainability
- Dr. Aminat Abhulimhen
- Adams Nosariere
- Iyoha Utomi George
E-Gov Champions:
• Okhilu Idialu Ebagbota
• Tokunbor Deborah. A
• Osawe Juliet, Patrick Ikpato
• Ehigiator Daniel Osasere
• Ighile Gabriel Clifford
• Odion David Umoru
• Egbeobawaye Frank
• Ogbewe Osaro Anthony
• Ataneh Oluwabunmi Samuel
• Akenzua Ailobafe Enehikhare
• Ebewele Darlington
• Ikponmwosa Orobosa
• Osa Abbe, Bashir Shuaibu
• John Omoruyi
• Ediagbonya Osayamen Gift
• Osemwegie Edeigue Eric
• Kelly Omorogbe.
ICTA Staff:
• Ajayi Amen Joy
• Adoghe Endurance
• Courage Obehi Adaghe
• Ayemere Endurance
• Mrs. Otevia Avwerosuo
• Guobadia Osamudiamen
• Queen Iroghama Uwaifo
• Ikeke Vincent
• Osasogie Osagie
• Frank Ogbuma
• Abdulsalami Mohammed Peters
• Confidence Oyakhilome Oriazowan
• Odianoise John Ijanmi
• Malcolm Nosakhare Oputa
• Olorunbe Vincent Ojeh
• Omoregbee Eghosa Junior
• Okodugha Odion Peter
• Hope Aremoh
• Obaiwi Omorogbe Benjamin
• Okundaye Ogieva Brooks
• Okecha Marian
• Eseosa Eghomwanre
• Ewanshia Elvis
• Oisakede Ijelikhueme Esther
• Okungbowa Osayande
• Rita Ehidiamen
• Idemudia Joshua
Staff From HOS Office:
• Comfort Sekibo
• Adefemi JT Freeman
• Nwaeke Promise Nnamdi
• Omoregie Mercy Osawemen
Green-Zone Staff:
• Prince Ewa
• Joy Ameofeh Ejetavwo
• Odabi Rachael Isioma
• Sandra Obehi Erabhahiemen
• Johnson Osagiede
• Dennis Marvellous
• Godsent Onoshioagbe
• Ogbole Joy
• Peter Aghatise
• Samuel Akpan
• Oboh Solomon Godspower
• John Ogbuaku
• Lawrence O. Frank
• Seri-Okhuarobo Ovbiosa vanessa
CSCS Staff:
• Iroakazi Benedict
• Eze Uchenna
This achievement serves as a testament to the power of collaboration and innovation. With this initiative, Edo State has not only set a benchmark for other states but also redefined governance in Nigeria. Governor Obaseki reiterated his commitment to maintaining the momentum and ensuring sustainable improvements in public service delivery.
Edo State’s transition to digital governance highlights the potential of technology to transform lives, improve governance, and build a brighter future for its citizens.
