THE DEPARTMENT of Information and Communications Technology signed a partnership agreement with Ifugao Province to strengthen their collaboration in implementing the Free WiFi for All program in the province.

DICT Secretary Gregorio Honasan II and Ifugao Governor Jerry Dalipog led the signing of the Memorandum of Agreement.

Under the MOA, DICT will install free wifi in barangay halls and public schools to enhance connectivity and ramp up communication links in the province.

“Your DICT welcomes this partnership, especially given the growing demand for connectivity and the need to address the ICT needs of our citizens amid the new normal,” Honasan said.

“We commend the Province of Ifugao’s great efforts to push for digital transformation in their locality, at patuloy po tayo matutulungan sa hinaharap,” he added.

The provincial government also received computer packages to enhance the ICT skills and digital capabilities of students.