FG Commissions Kano Digital Industrial Park 11 Months After Looting

In a significant move for the digital economy, Nigeria’s Minister of Communication, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, officially commissioned the Digital Industrial Park in Kano state on July 2, 2025—just 11 months after it was looted during the nationwide protests of August 2024.

The Park, established by the Nigeria Communications Commission (NCC), was initially scheduled for inauguration a week before the destructive attack. During the August 2024 protests, the facility was severely damaged by vandals, with valuable assets worth hundreds of millions of Naira destroyed or stolen. However, the minister expressed optimism, stating that despite the challenges, the centre is now “better than it was before the looting” and ready to serve the North West states.

“We were not discouraged by last year’s painful event,” Tijani said. “Instead, it motivated us to complete the project in record time.”

The Digital Industrial Park is part of the NCC’s broader mission to foster innovation and entrepreneurship within Nigeria’s ICT sector, aiming to transform ideas into viable market solutions. The park is fully equipped with broadband connectivity, reliable power supply, and cutting-edge facilities that support research, development, and digital entrepreneurship. It is one of several such initiatives by the NCC, with similar parks also established in Ogun, Borno, and Enugu States.

NCC’s Executive Vice Chairman, Dr. Aminu Maida, emphasised that the park aligns with the commission’s vision of building a robust digital economy. “This park will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of innovation in the country, contributing to job creation and technological advancements,” Maida noted.

Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, who was represented by his deputy, Aminu Abdussalam, thanked the NCC for its commitment to the state’s technological development. He promised that the state government would ensure the security of the park, highlighting the creation of the Kano State Information and Communication Technology Development Agency (KASITDA) to further institutionalise ICT in the state.

“Today marks a beacon of resilience, innovation, and shared ambition for the people of Kano and the entire North West region,” Yusuf said.

The commissioning of the Digital Industrial Park not only signals a recovery from the setbacks of last year but also exemplifies the Nigerian government’s commitment to advancing digital infrastructure and supporting local innovation. The park is expected to play a critical role in empowering young entrepreneurs and promoting technological solutions for regional and national growth.