Jigawa State Government ICT and Digital Economy Skills Development Application

Invitation to Apply for Jigawa State Government ICT and Digital Economy Skills Development Program

The Office of the Technical Adviser on ICT and Digital Economy, in collaboration with the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology, MAP Foundation and the AI Policy and Practice Lab at Cosmopolitan University, is pleased to invite all graduates of the International Advanced Diploma from Informatics Institute Kazaure to apply for the first phase of the Jigawa State Government ICT and Digital Economy Skills Development Program.

(The second phase of the program will accommodate graduates with B.Sc., B.Tech, HND, and International Diplomas in Computing from Informatics.)

This initiative is designed to equip participants with cutting-edge digital skills, while connecting them to a vibrant ecosystem that supports employment, innovation, and entrepreneurship in the digital economy.

Program Structure

Phase 1:

One-month self-paced online capacity development via Coursera.

Phase 2:

Three-month intensive, hands-on bootcamp at the following designated centers:

  • Informatics Institute, Kazaure
  • MAP Foundation, Hadejia
  • NITDA Centre, Federal University of Technology, Babura
  • Sule Lamido University, Kafin Hausa

During the bootcamp, participants will be exposed to practical applications of AgriTech, including:

  • Enrolling farmers into Farm Information Systems
  • Geo-mapping farms to support Climate-Smart Agriculture practices

Participants will also earn income through these hands-on field activities.

Training Focus Areas

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Blockchain Technology
  • Cloud Computing
  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing
  • Sector-focused applications in AgriTech, EduTech, and HealthTech

Internship Opportunity

Upon successful completion of the bootcamp, participants will be placed in a paid 8-month internship, offering valuable real-world experience and industry engagement.

Application Form

Verify Your Eligibility

Please verify your eligibility by providing your student information.

Jigawa State ICT and Digital Economy

Misson:To transform Jigawa into a leading digital economy in Nigeria by 2025, fostering innovation, creating job opportunities, and positioning our state at the forefront of technological advancement.

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