The Kano State Government has launched a new Digital Multimedia Department under the Ministry of Information and Internal Affairs to modernize public communication, boost transparency, and curb misinformation.
The landmark institutional reform was unveiled on Monday by the Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, during an inauguration ceremony at the Audu Bako Secretariat in Kano.
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Speaking at the event, Comrade Waiya emphasized that modern governance heavily relies on robust digital infrastructure.
He explained that the creation of the Digital Multimedia Department follows extensive assessments highlighting the need for a dedicated structure to effectively document and broadcast government policies.
“The Digital Multimedia Department represents our response to the growing demand for modern, efficient, and professional government communication,” Waiya stated.
“It will ensure that the voice of government remains visible, accessible, and authoritative across all digital platforms.”
The new department will serve as the state’s central hub for:
Multimedia Content Creation: Producing engaging digital media for public consumption.
Strategic Media Management: Streaming timely, credible updates to combat fake news.
Digital Engagement & Documentation: Archiving government achievements and publishing official policies online.
The Commissioner extended his gratitude to the Executive Governor of Kano State, His Excellency Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, noting that the approval of the department underscores the administration’s commitment to responsive governance under the Kano First Agenda.
In tandem with the department’s launch, the Ministry formally inaugurated the Forum of Directors of Public Enlightenment and Public Relations Officers, drawing communication leads from various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) across the state.
The forum is designed to foster professional collaboration, streamline information sharing, and ensure strategic alignment among state public relations teams.
To support the immediate takeoff of the forum’s activities, Comrade Waiya announced a donation of One Million Naira.
The initiative received widespread praise from academia and veteran media practitioners present at the event.
A good will message was presented by the Bayero University Kano (BUK) Faculty of Communication: Professor Nura Ibrahim, Associate Professor Hassan Alhaji Ya’u, and Dr. Saminu Umar Rigiyar Zaki.
While Media Unions in person of Alhaji Ado Sa’idu Warawa (Chairman, Heads of Media Organizations Forum) and Mustapha Gambo (Vice Chairman, Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ) appreciated the gesture rendered.
The stakeholders unanimously agreed that transitioning to digital-first communication will significantly enhance the state’s visibility and bridge the information gap between the government and the public.
