The Lagos State Government has tested new Android-based devices that will be used to register residents across the state, while also training registration officers on how to operate the technology for biometric capture, data entry, and document verification.
The pilot test was carried out by the Lagos State Residents Registration Agency (LASRRA) in partnership with Identiko Integrated Solutions. The exercise took place at the Identiko Integrated Solutions facility located at 16 Otunba Jobi Fele Way, CBD, Alausa Ikeja.
The test was organised to assess how well the Android devices perform in real registration situations before they are deployed across the state. Registration officers and field operatives were trained on how to use the devices to capture biometric information, enter residents’ personal data, verify documents, and synchronise information with the central registration system.
The training session gave the selected officers practical experience with the devices, allowing them to understand how the system works and how it can improve the efficiency of the resident registration process.
During the session, the Chief Executive Officer of Identiko Integrated Solutions, Mr. Jide Agbaje, who was represented by the Head of Training and Field Operations, Mr. Abiodun Shabi, explained that the pilot phase was important for testing how the devices would function during actual field operations.
“The pilot phase is designed to assess the performance, durability, and efficiency of the devices under real field conditions,” he said.
He also explained that feedback from the officers participating in the pilot would help determine how easy the devices are to use and how quickly they can capture residents’ data.
“There will be another review based on the participants’ feedback on ease of use, speed of data capture, device stability, and connectivity performance,” Shabi stated.
Participants in the pilot exercise included LASRRA enrollment officers and supervisors from the five divisions of Lagos State. They were tasked with using the Android devices in simulated registration scenarios designed to mirror real-life resident enrollment activities.
The exercise allowed the officers to practise important registration tasks such as biometric data capture, document verification, and accurate data entry. They were also trained on device configuration, troubleshooting procedures, and data synchronisation protocols.
According to the Project Manager at Identiko Integrated Solutions, Mr. Enitan Samson, the pilot phase was necessary to ensure that the devices would function properly once they are deployed across the state.
“The pilot phase is critical to ensuring that the Android enrollment device performs reliably in real registration environments,” Samson said.
Officers who participated in the exercise will also deploy the devices in selected locations and document their experiences while using them. Their observations will help identify any technical challenges or operational issues that may arise during field use.
The feedback gathered from the exercise will guide further improvements to the devices and the registration workflow. It will also help determine if additional training will be required for registration officers before the devices are rolled out statewide.
Identiko Integrated Solutions explained that the pilot exercise is an important step in refining the system before full deployment.
Once the evaluation is completed and any necessary adjustments are made, the Android devices will be deployed to LASRRA registration stations across Lagos State to support faster and more efficient resident enrollment.
