Yemisi Izuora
The federal ministry of Science and Technology, has expressed its determination to boost and support institutions to deepen research initiatives to support efforts of government towards diversifying the economy.
Dr. M. B Umar Permanent Secretary of the ministry, in his closing remarks at the end of the 5th Nigeria Manufacturing and Equipment Expo (NME Expo) 2020 and 6th Raw Materials Exposition (NIRAM Expo), in Lagos said every efforts that will help to jumpstart the economy would be given priority attention.
Umar, stated that the theme of this year’s edition “The Fourth Industrial Revolution and Nigerian Manufacturing Sector” is unique and appropriate considering the pivotal role science, technology and innovation play in the development and diversification of our economy.
The Federal Ministry of Science and Technology in its quest to popularize and inculcate ST&I culture in Nigeria among others, for rapid socio-economic transformation conceived this event, he disclosed adding that the primary objective of NME/NIRAN Expo was in line with Technology Expo which is encouraging interactions between Researchers and Investors with the view to commercializing our research results, products and services.
The also showcased the capabilities of the Nigerian Scientists, Engineers, Innovators/Inventors and other allied professionals and their contributions to our economy.
”The Technology Expo of the Ministry always presents Awards to the winners of various categories such as Research Institutes, inventors and Higher Institutions(Academia),
The Permanent Secretary expressed the hope that at the end of the event, some of the research results, goods and services will be taken to the market by our esteemed Investors.
He assured that the Ministry will continue to pursue its policy to support and encourage MAN and RMRDC as well as the stakeholders to ensure that Nigeria has a large, strong, diversified, sustainable and competitive economy that effectively harnesses the talent and energies of its people and responsibly exploits its natural endowments to guarantee a high standard of living and quality of life for its citizens.