Governor Inuwa Yahaya has signed into law the bill establishing the Gombe State Information Technology and Digital Economy Commission (GITDEC).
The signing was announced on Wednesday in Gombe through a statement issued by his media aide, Ismaila Uba-Misilli.
Governor Yahaya described the creation of the commission as a strategic move to align Gombe with the rapidly changing global digital landscape. He said the initiative would help position the state as a leading tech-driven economy in Nigeria.
According to him, the commission will serve as a hub for innovation, digital inclusion, and economic empowerment.
“GITDEC is designed to lead policy development and implementation in areas such as ICT growth, digital literacy, e-governance, and innovation. It will also promote skills development across different segments of society, support tech startups and innovation hubs, attract investment in the digital sector, and strengthen cybersecurity and data protection within government operations,” the governor stated.
Prof. Ibrahim Njodi, Secretary to the State Government, officially handed over a copy of the signed bill to the Commissioner for Science, Technology and Innovation, Prof. Abdullahi Garkuwa, to begin implementation.
Prof. Garkuwa praised the establishment of the commission, describing it as a major milestone in the state’s journey toward digital transformation.
He explained that the new body would help bridge the gap between traditional governance and modern technology, opening up fresh opportunities for young people, women, and entrepreneurs.
“This is about unlocking the full potential of our people and economy through smart and inclusive innovation,” Garkuwa said.