4 Takeaways from KASUPDA’s Digital Permit Monitor
By Nasir Dambatta
In Governor Uba Sani’s domain, the Kaduna State Urban Planning and Development Authority (KASUPDA) is charting a bold new path with the unveiling of its digital Permit Monitor – a strategic innovation that signals the agency’s march toward full automation. Under the leadership of its Director-General, Bldr. Abdurrahman Yahya, Ph.D, the agency is not just adopting technology – it is leveraging it to drive efficiency, accountability, and improved service delivery. Here are four major takeaways from this landmark development:
1. A Citizen-Friendly Break from Bureaucracy
The newly launched Permit Monitor eliminates the stress and delays associated with physical permit renewals. Users can now access the platform remotely, check the status of their permits, receive expiry reminders, and complete renewal processes—all online. This digital shift means residents no longer have to endure long queues or bureaucratic red tape, making the system truly citizen-centric.
2. Boosting Kaduna’s Internally Generated Revenue
One of the major highlights of the DG’s announcement was the revenue potential of the Permit Monitor. With more residents able to renew permits on time and with ease, KASUPDA anticipates a substantial increase in compliance—and, by extension, state revenue. It’s a smart blend of convenience and fiscal strategy.
3. 70–75% Digitalisation by Year-End
Dr. Abdurrahman Yahya revealed that the digital Permit Monitor is just one part of a broader plan to digitalise up to 75% of KASUPDA’s operations before the end of 2025. If achieved, this would place KASUPDA among the most tech-forward planning authorities in Nigeria, reducing human interference and enhancing transparency.
4. Leadership that Supports Innovation
The successful rollout of the Permit Monitor also reflects the enabling environment provided by Governor Uba Sani. The DG openly credited the governor for allowing KASUPDA to operate independently and supporting innovation. The partnership with Osoft Integrated Resources Limited also points to a model of governance that embraces collaboration with tech players for public good.
Conclusion:
With the Permit Monitor, KASUPDA is not just adopting digital tools—it’s building a future where urban planning is smarter, faster, and more accountable. This is governance that works, and Kaduna is setting the pace.
