Ministry of Innovation and Digital Economy Sokoto

27/07/2026

https://sokotostate.gov.ng/notice-to-newly-recruited-staff/

Following the recent recruitment of 3,000 staff into the Sokoto State Civil Service by this administration under the leadership of His Excellency Governor Ahmad Aliyu Sokoto, PhD, all staff posted to the Ministry of Innovation and Digital Economy (MIDE) are to report for the collection of their appo...

27/07/2026

Announcement!

24/07/2026

https://sokotostate.gov.ng/inec-pvc-registration-sokoto-declares-friday-work-free-day/

The Sokoto State Government has declared Friday, July 24, 2026, a work-free day to enable civil servants of voting age who have not yet registered to participate in the ongoing Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise and obtain their Permanent Vo...

17/07/2026

https://sokotostate.gov.ng/gov-aliyu-appeals-for-expanded-unicef-support-in-healthcare-education/

Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State has appealed to the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) to expand its support for the development of healthcare and educational infrastructure across the state, particularly in communities affected by insecurity. The Governor made the appeal while receiving t...

15/07/2026

https://sokotostate.gov.ng/sosg-mtn-deepen-collaboration-on-iot-cloud-computing-and-cybersecurity-2/

The Sokoto State Government (SOSG), through the Ministry of Innovation and Digital Economy, has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerating the State’s digital transformation agenda by strengthening its strategic partnership with MTN Nigeria. This followed a high-level virtual engagement held today ...

14/07/2026

https://sokotostate.gov.ng/tax-reform-mide-soirs-to-integrate-technology-to-boost-sokotos-igr/

The Ministry of Innovation and Digital Economy (MIDE), in collaboration with the Sokoto State Internal Revenue Service (SOIRS), has commenced efforts to incorporate technology-driven services into the state's tax framework as part of ongoing tax reform initiatives aimed at boosting Sokoto State's In...

13/07/2026

https://sokotostate.gov.ng/sokoto-hosts-galaxy-digital-worlds-2026-contest-5-0-n1m-cash-prizes-won/

The Sokoto State Government (SOSG), has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting digital innovation, entrepreneurship, and technological advancement as key drivers of economic growth and sustainable development. The Honourable Commissioner for Innovation and Digital Economy, Hon. Bashar Umar Kwabo AA....

09/07/2026

SOKOTO FIRST LADY: Embrace AI and Emerging Technologies, Use Social Media Responsibly

Read more: https://sokotostate.gov.ng/sokoto-first-lady-embrace-ai-and-emerging-technologies-use-social-media-responsibly/

04/07/2026

https://sokotostate.gov.ng/sokoto-digital-economy-ministry-visits-police-command-pledges-tech-support-against-banditry/

The Sokoto State Government (SOSG), has reaffirmed its commitment to partnering with the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) to deploy technology and digital innovations in strengthening security and enhancing public safety across the state. The commitment was made during a courtesy visit by the Honourable C...

04/07/2026

https://sokotostate.gov.ng/sokoto-govt-inspects-mizmar-studio-assures-support-for-techpreneurs/

The Sokoto State Government (SOSG) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Techprenures and fostering innovation as part of efforts to accelerate the growth of the state's digital economy. This was disclosed during an inspection visit to Mizmar Studio by the Honourable Commissioner for Innovatio...