Ondo State Government is partnering with telecommunications giant, Globacom, to adopt advanced digital solutions that will enhance governance, education, security, and revenue collection.
At a strategic meeting with Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa and top government officials in Akure, Globacom’s Group Lead, Enterprise Business, Mr. Adeniyi Odejobi, assured that the collaboration would enhance efficiency and productivity across the state.
Odejobi explained that Globacom will deploy a Learning Management System (LMS) to benefit secondary and tertiary institutions. The company will also provide Glo Share, its sponsored data service that allows zero rated access to the LMS, enabling students to study online without data charges.
Likewise, the sponsored data service will be extended to Ondo State’s digital payment platform, making it easier for residents to meet their financial obligations. “This means citizens will be able to pay their taxes whilst using free data in Ondo State,” he explained.
Other areas of collaboration include the deployment of Glo surveillance solutions such as facial biometrics and traffic management systems to combat crime, as well as vehicle-tracking services to prevent theft and misuse of government cars. Odejobi further revealed that the state workforce would benefit from free-access closed-user group lines to enhance communication across ministries, departments, and agencies.
Governor Aiyedatiwa welcomed the initiative, saying Globacom’s initiatives came at the right time for his government’s push for technology-driven administration. “I am proud of the rich array of solutions from the company,” he said.
The governor emphasizes ongoing efforts to integrate digital systems in governance, including the launch of iOndo, an electronic tax collection platform introduced three months ago. The platform allows residents to pay ground rents and other taxes online.
“Adopting new technologies from Globacom will reduce bureaucratic bottlenecks, increase efficiency, and limit human interference in government processes,” he added.
Governor Aiyedatiwa also applauds Globacom for its contributions to Nigeria’s telecoms sector, noting its role in pioneering innovations such as per-second billing and the introduction of affordable SIM cards, which helped make mobile phones accessible to everyone.
He expressed optimism that the partnership would strengthen digital innovation and socio economic growth in Ondo state governance.
