26/08/2024
Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji, Nigeria’s Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, emphasized the importance of leveraging Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) to create jobs, stimulate growth, and improve the quality of life in Nigeria. Speaking at a sectoral retreat in Abuja, he urged Nigerians to harness the country’s abundant talent and resources for national development. Nnaji highlighted the retreat as an opportunity to reflect on progress, reassess strategies, and recommit to achieving the high standards set by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
He noted that the eight presidential priorities, which focus on economic growth, social inclusion, and good governance, require strong collaboration and a relentless focus on results. Nnaji acknowledged the challenges ahead but expressed confidence that with the right strategies and collective effort, these challenges can be overcome.
The Permanent Secretary of FMIST, Mrs. Esubana Nko Asanye, and the Director General of FIIRO, Dr. Adamu Tutuwa Jummai, echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the need for a robust Performance Management System and a shift from a consumption-based economy to one driven by production.