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<p>The Kano State Government has launched a Digital Multimedia Department under the Ministry of Information and Internal Affairs as part of efforts to modernize government communication, improve transparency, and strengthen public engagement through digital platforms.</p><div class="L5aNocJj" style="clear:both;float:left;width:100%;margin:0 0 20px 0;"><script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js"></script>

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<p>The Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, announced the development during an unveiling and inauguration ceremony held on Monday at the Ministry’s headquarters within the Audu Bako Secretariat in Kano.</p>
<p>Speaking at the event, Waiya described the establishment of the Department as a significant institutional reform designed to bridge communication gaps between the government and citizens in an era increasingly driven by digital technology.</p>
<p>He explained that the creation of the Department followed extensive consultations and institutional assessments, which identified the need for a dedicated structure capable of effectively documenting government programmes, publicizing achievements, disseminating policies, and countering misinformation through credible and timely communication.</p><div class="gdxb13BB" style="clear:both;float:left;width:100%;margin:0 0 20px 0;"><script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js"></script>

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<p>According to the Commissioner, modern governance requires a robust digital communication infrastructure to ensure that government information reaches citizens efficiently and accurately.</p>
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<p>“The Digital Multimedia Department represents our response to the growing demand for modern, efficient and professional government communication. It will ensure that the voice of government remains visible, accessible and authoritative across all communication platforms,” Waiya stated.</p>
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<p>He noted that the Department would function as the central hub for content creation, digital engagement, online publishing, documentation of government activities, and strategic media management across the state.</p>
<p>Waiya further commended Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for approving the establishment of the Department, describing the move as a reflection of the administration’s commitment to responsive governance and effective public communication under its Kano First Agenda.</p>
<p>The event also featured the inauguration of the Forum of Directors of Public Enlightenment and Public Relations Officers, bringing together communication heads from Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) across the state.</p>
<p>The Commissioner said the Forum was established to enhance coordination among communication officers, encourage professional collaboration, facilitate information sharing, and ensure strategic alignment in the dissemination of government policies and programmes.</p>
<p>As part of efforts to support the newly inaugurated Forum, Waiya announced a donation of N1 million to strengthen its operations and enable it to effectively carry out its mandate.</p>
<p>In separate goodwill messages, communication experts and media stakeholders applauded the initiative, describing it as a timely intervention that would strengthen the state’s information management system and improve public access to government activities.</p>
<p>Among those who spoke at the event were Professor Nura Ibrahim, Associate Professor Hassan Alhaji Ya’u, Dr. Saminu Umar Rigiyar Zaki of the Faculty of Communication at Bayero University Kano, Chairman of the Heads of Media Organizations Forum, Ado Sa’idu Warawa, Vice Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Mustapha Gambo, and the Chairman of the Forum of Directors of Public Enlightenment and Public Relations Officers.</p>
<p>The speakers commended both the Commissioner and the Kano State Government for establishing the Digital Multimedia Department, noting that the initiative would significantly enhance the state&#8217;s digital communication strategy, improve information dissemination, and foster stronger engagement between government institutions and the public.</p>
<p>The launch marks a major step in Kano State’s efforts to adapt to evolving communication trends and leverage digital technology to promote transparency, accountability, and citizen participation in governance</p>
<p>The Kano State Ministry of Information and Internal Affairs Director of Special Duties Sani Abba Yola signed the statement</p>
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