Minister of Innovation Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji has said the time has come for Nigeria to take her place among great nations on the globe.
The Minister said this on Monday in Abuja during the opening of the National Research, Development and Innovation Coordination Summit.
He said for Nigeria “to achieve this, we must first acknowledge that our RDI ecosystem requires robust coordination, one that is resilient, inclusive, and forward-thinking. Our goal is to create a system where academia, industry, government, and the community not only interact but thrive together, fostering an environment ripe for groundbreaking innovations”.
The minister also added that: “In today’s rapidly evolving world, the pace of technological advancements is not just fast; it is exponential. Nations that have recognized and harnessed the power of research, development, and innovation are leading the charge towards economic prosperity, societal well-being, and sustainable development. It is time for Nigeria to take its rightful place among these nations.”
Nnaji further emphasised that it is imperative that to build and strengthen the institutional frameworks necessary for effective RDI coordination.
This includes policy reforms that incentivize research and development, protect intellectual properties, and facilitate the commercialization of research outcomes.
