…to roll out digital hubs across the state
By Onwa Ekor
Cross River Microfinance and Enterprise Development Agency (CR-MEDA) has secured lasting partnership with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) aimed at deploying state-of-the-art digital learning centres (DLCs) across the senatorial districts of the state.
The DLCs would be established in Bendi Technical College, Obanliku local government area in the northern senatorial district, as well as, Government Secondary School, Adiabo in Odukpani local government area of the southern senatorial district.
This initiative, according to the CEO/ Director General, Cross River MEDA, Great Ogban, marks a major milestone in the Agency’s mission to integrate ICT into the state’s enterprise framework while connecting remote communities to the global digital marketplace.
Designed as comprehensive strategic interventions, “these hubs,” Ogban stated, “would bridge the digital divide by providing modern computing hardware, high-speed internet, and Local Area Networks (LAN).”
He added that, to ensure uninterrupted innovation, the facilities will feature cutting-edge smart boards and sustainable solar-powered energy systems.
His words: “This infrastructure lays the foundation for a robust tech-ecosystem spanning the Northern and Southern Senatorial Districts, maintaining that, the digital hubs are the new engines of economic growth.
The DG further informed that, they are designed as vibrant incubators where students, artisans and small business owners can master high-demand tech skills and scale their enterprises through e-commerce.
He assured that the Agency remains committed to transforming Cross River into a premier destination for digital services and tech-driven entrepreneurship.
“The implementation is already underway, with specialized team setup and NITDA’s Project Management Department overseeing execution.
“To ensure a seamless rollout, the beneficiary institutions are cooperating closely with the Agency and have designated liaison officers to manage all project-related correspondence,” Ogban said.
According to him, “this synergy between federal and state bodies is a key driver of the administration’s “People First” agenda.”
As CR-MEDA continues to pursue innovative partnerships, these DLCs pose as testament to the state’s progress in digital empowerment.
The Agency further invite stakeholders across all sectors to watch the space, as these hubs would soon provide the connective tools needed to take Cross River enterprises to the world.
