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The Katsina State APC has appointed KATDICT Director-General, Naufal Ahmad, as Director of ICT for the Tinubu/Dikko 2027 Campaign Council.
The appointment highlights the growing importance of digital technology in political communication, coordination, and campaign operations.
As ICT continues to shape how campaigns engage with citizens and manage information, we congratulate the DG on this new responsibility and wish him success in the role.
Governor Dikko Umaru Radda has received the Digital Governor of the Year award at the Nigeria GovTech Public Service Awards 2026, dedicating the honour to the people of Katsina State.
The recognition reflects Katsina’s ongoing digital transformation efforts to improve public service delivery, strengthen government processes and make services more accessible to citizens.
Through technology, the state continues to work towards a more connected, efficient and responsive government.
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66 years of Nigeria.
Today, we celebrate the resilience of our people and look ahead to the possibilities ahead.
A better Nigeria will be built through innovation, opportunity and systems that work for its people.
From all of us at KATDICT, Happy Independence Day!
Why is digital transformation required for public procurement?
Public procurement involves public resources, multiple processes and important decisions.
So, the way these processes are managed matters.
Traditional paper-based processes can make it harder to track activities, manage documents, identify delays and maintain a clear record of decisions.
Digital transformation provides a way to address these gaps.
With digital procurement, processes can be connected and documented from beginning to end.
This creates better visibility into what is happening, where a process stands and what needs attention.
This is part of what KATDICT is supporting through the digital transformation of public procurement in Katsina State.
The focus is not just on introducing technology, but on improving how the process works.
This digital transformation will help make public procurement more transparent, trackable, efficient and accountable.
Because when public resources are involved, better systems matter.
Katsina Directorate of ICT retweeted
Governor Radda Congratulates Naufal Ahmad on Conferment as Gamzakin Katsina
Katsina State Governor, Malam @dikko_radda , has congratulated the Director-General of the Katsina State Directorate of Information and Communication Technology, KATDICT, @9aufal Ahmad, on his conferment of the traditional title of Gamzakin Katsina.
Governor Radda described the conferment as a well-deserved honour that recognizes Naufal Ahmad's dedication, innovation, and commitment to the development of Katsina State.
The Governor said the title of Gamzaki, which symbolizes guidance and illumination, perfectly reflects Naufal's role in driving the state's digital transformation agenda.
He noted that under Naufal's leadership, KATDICT has advanced technology-driven public service, promoted digital skills, and created new opportunities for young people in technology and innovation.
Governor Radda said the honour affirms the value of selfless service and urged the new Gamzakin Katsina to see the title as a call to greater service with humility and dedication.
The Governor thanked HRH, the Emir of Katsina, Alhaji Abdulmumini Kabir Usman, for the befitting honour bestowed on Naufal Ahmad. He said the conferment speaks volumes of the Emirate's commitment to recognizing and encouraging young professionals driving the progress of Katsina State.
He wished him continued wisdom and success in service to Katsina State and Nigeria.
Ibrahim Kaula Mohammed
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Katsina State
16th September, 2026
KATDICT congratulates our DG, Naufal Ahmad, on his conferment with the prestigious traditional title of Gamzakin Katsina.
Congratulations, Sir!
Katsina Directorate of ICT retweeted
Great stakeholder visit to DG Kastina State Directorate of ICT: Naufal Ahmad @katdict alongside Northwest Cordinator and CEO of Stacstart @PosiBami , Program Coordinator @AbuduDami on our @iDICE_Nigeria collaboration to register 7,200 persons in Katsina State — part of our Northwest region push. Aligned with @fmitiofficial & @NigEducation vision to build Nigeria's 21st century digital & creative workforce. @stacstart is making it happen. 🇳🇬
KATDICT, NAWOJ Partner to Promote Safer and More Productive Social Media Use
KATSINA, September 2, 2026 The Katsina State Directorate of Information and Communications Technology (KATDICT) has partnered with the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Katsina State Chapter, to promote responsible use of social media and tackle growing concerns around cyberbullying, online harassment and misinformation.
The partnership followed a meeting with the newly elected NAWOJ executives, where both organisations agreed to work together on digital awareness, online safety, fact-checking and responsible digital communication.
The initiative will also focus on helping journalists and the wider public use digital platforms more effectively for information, entrepreneurship, innovation and economic development.
KATDICT and NAWOJ believe social media should be a tool for building people, businesses and communities—not a platform for abuse, harassment and misinformation.
The partnership marks a shared commitment to making Katsina’s digital space safer, more responsible and more productive.
Katsina Directorate of ICT retweeted
Respect is not a privilege to be granted; it is a basic human right to be afforded to every person, regardless of status, position, or circumstance.
Towards Better Connectivity: Meeting with the Regional Coordinator, Galaxy Backbone; Northwestern Nigeria
A strategic engagement was held with the newly appointed Regional Coordinator, Galaxy Backbone (GBB), Northwestern Nigeria, Kano Office, aimed at strengthening the existing relationship between Katsina State Government and Galaxy Backbone.
The meeting focused on exploring progressive partnership opportunities ahead of the rollout of iKatsina; the Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) framework for Katsina State.
Discussions centred on how Galaxy Backbone’s infrastructure, connectivity and digital capabilities can support the State’s broader Digital Transformation Journey, championed by KATDICT, while creating a stronger foundation for sustainable digital public services across Katsina State.
The engagement also explored opportunities for deeper institutional collaboration between Katsina State, KATDICT and Galaxy Backbone, particularly around digital infrastructure, connectivity, government platforms, shared services and other strategic initiatives that can accelerate the implementation of the Governor’s digital transformation agenda.
Following the successful development and deployment of the Katsina State Ministry of Education’s new web portal, KATDICT conducted a hands-on training for designated staff.
The session focused on navigating, managing and updating the portal to keep information current and useful to the public.
This supports KATDICT’s goal of ensuring government digital platforms are not only developed, but properly adopted, maintained and actively used by MDAs.
Data is not just about numbers. It helps us understand what is happening, identify what needs attention, and make better decisions.
At KATDICT, we are focused on turning information into insights that can support smarter decisions and better services for the people of Katsina State.
As the DG, Naufal Ahmad @9aufal puts it: “Our focus is clear: to transform information into insight, and insight into tangible impact for citizens.”
People who keep coming back and showing up are proof that consistency creates impact.
Meet Aliyu bn Ahmad, a software engineer at KATDICT.
Got a question for him, please drop it in the comment section, he'll be glad to answer.
Katsina Directorate of ICT retweeted
Vision backed by action. Strong global partnerships, practical solutions, and a clear commitment to building a brighter future for Katsina.Every step taken today is an investment in tomorrow. Wishing @katdict continued success in driving innovation and creating real opportunities
Technology is not the goal. Better lives are.
Under the leadership of His Excellency, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, we were in China engaging global leaders like Huawei and Geely to build the partnerships that will accelerate the Building Your Future agenda.
Every conversation is about one thing: bringing practical solutions back to Katsina. 🇳🇬🇨🇳
@katdict we are #BuildingYourFuture through #SMARTKatsina
Katsina Directorate of ICT retweeted
Technology is not the goal. Better lives are.
Under the leadership of His Excellency, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, we were in China engaging global leaders like Huawei and Geely to build the partnerships that will accelerate the Building Your Future agenda.
Every conversation is about one thing: bringing practical solutions back to Katsina. 🇳🇬🇨🇳
@katdict we are #BuildingYourFuture through #SMARTKatsina
Behind every digital solution is a team making it happen.
Meet James Joshua, one of KATDICT’s Full Stack Web Developers, as he shares his role in building technology that supports digital transformation in Katsina.
Have a question about web development or his work at KATDICT? Leave it in the comments, and he’ll be glad to answer.