Anambra State Government Trains MDAs on SolutionLens for Enhanced Citizen Engagement

In a major step toward strengthening digital governance and improving public service delivery, the Anambra State Government has successfully trained representatives from 13 pilot Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) on the SolutionLens platform.

The hands-on training took place on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at the Solution Innovation District, Awka, and was organized by the Ministry of Budget & Economic Planning in collaboration with the Ministry of Information and the Anambra State ICT Agency.

SolutionLens is designed as a direct communication channel between the government and its citizens, ensuring real-time access to government activities while promoting openness, accountability, and accessibility. The training focused on equipping MDAs with the necessary skills to navigate the platform, leverage its features, and engage actively in transparent governance.

Speaking at the event, Managing Director of the Anambra State ICT Agency, Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata, CFA, highlighted the platform’s role in modernizing government operations.

“SolutionLens will serve as a centralized system for accessing government projects and ministry-specific information. This training ensures that officers are well-prepared to navigate the platform seamlessly and provide valuable responses to citizens,” he said.

Participants engaged in interactive demonstrations, hands-on sessions, and discussions, exploring how to manage inquiries, update information, and utilize the dashboard for real-time reporting.

Sharing her experience, one of the participants described SolutionLens as a timely intervention in rebuilding public trust in governance.

“The training was apt at a time when trust in governance was declining. Since we are now in a digitalized world, it will make communication between citizens and ministries easier. Especially for citizens, it will help them know more about projects in their communities and what the government is doing. It gives room for interaction and inclusion. Moreso, the government will be accountable to Ndi Anambra.”

As Anambra State prepares for the official launch of the SolutionLens platform, the government remains committed to driving digital transformation and transparency. This launch will usher in full-scale citizen engagement, positioning the platform as a crucial tool for direct communication, real-time updates, and enhanced government accountability.