The Sokoto State Bureau of Statistics (SSBS), in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and NATVIEW Technology, has launched a comprehensive capacity-building programme to enhance data and technology skills across the state.
The training focuses on strengthening technical competencies and promoting the effective use of data to support evidence-based planning and policy formulation. Key areas covered include Data Collection and Consumer Price Index (CPI) Computation, Data Analysis and Visualisation, and Application Development for digital solutions.
According to the Bureau, “this initiative aligns with our institutional mandate to enhance data quality, deepen analytical capacity, and facilitate informed decision-making within government structures.” The programme will provide participants with hands-on experience aimed at improving socio-economic planning, driving technological innovation, and supporting digital transformation in Sokoto State.
Fully funded through a partnership between SSBS, UNDP, and NATVIEW Technology, the initiative demonstrates a collective commitment to institutional growth, sustainable development, and long-term economic progress for the state. Officials noted that it also supports Nigeria’s wider national development goals.
Reaffirming its dedication to building a modern and reliable data system, the Sokoto State Bureau of Statistics stated that it will “continue to champion initiatives that promote transparency, accountability, and inclusive growth for the benefit of citizens.”
