The Anambra State Government has launched the Digital Anambra Handbook 2026, a digital resource designed to improve citizens’ access to government services through 35 live digital platforms, 29 ministry and agency websites, and 14 service areas.
The handbook, unveiled by the Anambra State ICT Agency, provides a central access point for residents seeking government services across critical sectors, including healthcare, justice, revenue collection, transportation, infrastructure, business development, grievance reporting and youth development.
The initiative is part of the state’s broader digital transformation drive, aimed at improving public service delivery, strengthening citizen engagement and making government services more accessible through technology.
A major highlight of the unveiling was the introduction of NORA, an artificial intelligence-powered assistant whose full name is Neural Operations and Response Assistant.
NORA appeared live at the press briefing, where she interacted with the audience and anchored proceedings, demonstrating the potential application of artificial intelligence in improving government communication and responsiveness.
Her appearance highlighted the growing role of AI in Anambra’s digital governance framework, particularly in supporting more accessible and responsive interactions between government institutions and citizens.
Speaking at the event, Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Anambra State ICT Agency, addressed questions from journalists and other attendees, providing insights into the agency’s digital transformation initiatives and its efforts to strengthen technology-driven governance.
The 2026 handbook brings together government digital platforms and institutional websites, potentially reducing the difficulty citizens face in identifying and accessing relevant public services across different ministries, departments and agencies.
By consolidating these resources, the state is seeking to improve the visibility of available government services while encouraging greater adoption of digital channels for public engagement and service delivery.
The handbook is accessible through the Anambra State Government’s digital solutions portal at https://smart.anambrastate.gov.ng/solutions.