Nigeria Targets leading Africa’s Innovation Revolution – FG

March 26, 2024

…as stakeholders canvass a unified approach to unlock N10 trillion in the country’s knowledge assets

During a high-level summit focused on Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) held in Abuja, the Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Chief Uche Nnaji, emphasized the government’s strategy to enhance the country’s global competitiveness through technological advancement and sustainable development.

He stated a three-point plan to revolutionize Nigeria’s RDI ecosystem: strengthening institutional frameworks, fostering public-private partnerships, and investing in human capital.

According to the Minister, the Federal Government envisions an inclusive, forward-thinking system that synergizes academia, industry, government, and community efforts.

He insisted that the Federal Government’s focus on innovation is clear, emphasizing that through concerted efforts and strategic partnerships, Nigeria aims to propel itself to the top in Africa’s Innovation revolution.

“Our vision for Nigeria is making it Hub contributing to innovation significantly to the global knowledge economy.

“We aim to bring all the research we have on our shelves to light and develop them. This is the central focus of my role as Minister. This is our primary objective,” Nnaji stated, emphasizing the need to harness the country’s research for practical development.

Minister Nnaji stressed that the theme, ‘Advancing Nigeria’s Global Competitiveness Through a Resilient National RDI Coordination,’ is more than just words but a clarion call to action.

“The journey to enhancing Nigeria’s global competitiveness through resilient RDI coordination is a collective endeavour. It requires commitment, collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of excellence,” he added in conclusuon.