The Federal government has announced plans to complete the digitisation of all 774 Local Government headquarters by 2027.
Dr. Bosun Tijani, Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, shared the timeline during a stakeholder retreat in Abuja for Project 774 Connectivity, a government-led initiative aimed at enhancing digital infrastructure in local government offices nationwide.
“The goal is that by 2027, we will have achieved connectivity across all LGAs,” Tijani stated, noting that the project is detailed in a strategic blueprint and will be implemented in collaboration with multiple agencies under the ministry’s guidance.
The project seeks to improve public service delivery in even the most remote areas of Nigeria by providing affordable, reliable internet access. “Our objective is to foster inclusive development and bring digital public infrastructure to every corner of Nigeria,” Tijani emphasized.
He highlighted that local government areas play a critical role in delivering essential services such as healthcare, education, social welfare, and infrastructure development.
“They are responsible for providing primary healthcare services, including immunisation, maternal and child health programs, and other health initiatives,” he said. “LGAs also oversee education at the primary and secondary levels, ensuring that social support reaches vulnerable populations, including the elderly, disabled, and economically disadvantaged.”
The project will empower local communities by fostering digital skills and supporting small businesses and innovation, according to Tijani. “We see this as a way to strengthen governance, improve accountability, and empower entrepreneurs and local businesses,” he added.
Oluyomi Arowosafe, Executive Secretary of the Universal Service Provision Fund, explained that USPF’s role is to ensure internet access in underserved and rural areas through subsidies for service providers.
“Our contribution aims to enhance quality of life, health, and other key areas,” Arowosafe said, adding that the project aligns with the government’s priorities for economic growth and inclusiveness.
In Kogi State, implementation of the project is already underway. Kingsley Fanwo, Kogi State Commissioner for Information and Communications, shared that the initiative is “connecting people and supporting the digitisation of local government administration,” with several LGAs in the state already benefiting.
Through Project 774 Connectivity, the government aims to build a more inclusive digital economy and strengthen local governance across Nigeria’s 36 states.
