By Onwe Wisdom|Pan Afric Reporters Abuja
The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has restated its commitment to working closely with the Federal Ministry of Finance in advancing Nigeria’s industrialization drive under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
The Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of NASENI, Mr. Khalil Suleiman Halilu, made this known during a courtesy visit to the Honourable Minister of Finance (State), Dr. Doris Anite, in Abuja, where he expressed appreciation to the Minister for supporting NASENI’s mandate and for aligning with the agency’s vision of strengthening Nigeria’s industrial base.
Halilu highlighted the agency’s central role in driving innovation, indigenous technology development, and job creation. “NASENI remains committed to delivering on its 3Cs mandate of Creation, Collaboration, and Commercialization to build a more innovative Nigeria and unlock infinite possibilities for economic growth and development,” he said.
He further assured that the Agency would deepen collaboration with the Ministry of Finance and other government stakeholders to scale up Nigeria’s local industries.
“We are committed to scaling indigenous technologies, strengthening local industries, and creating more jobs for Nigerians,” Halilu stressed.
Responding, Dr. Doris Anite welcomed the partnership, describing NASENI’s work as a crucial part of Nigeria’s industrial growth and economic diversification. She said the Ministry was committed to providing the necessary financial and policy support to agencies driving innovation and industrialization.
“The Federal Ministry of Finance will continue to align with agencies like NASENI to ensure that government resources and interventions are effectively channeled to sectors that will unlock growth, create jobs, and enhance Nigeria’s competitiveness,” she assured.
The Minister also emphasized that collaboration between fiscal authorities and innovation-driven agencies was essential for achieving President Tinubu’s reform agenda.
“Industrialization is central to the Renewed Hope Agenda, and it requires both strong ideas and sustainable financing. This partnership is therefore timely and strategic,” Anite added.
The meeting comes at a time when the Federal Government is pushing for rapid industrial growth, increased domestic production, and reduced reliance on imports. NASENI, established to provide homegrown engineering solutions, has been at the forefront of research, development, and commercialization of technologies aimed at boosting Nigeria’s self-reliance.
Analysts see the partnership between NASENI and the Finance Ministry as critical to unlocking investment flows and funding for key industrial projects, especially in manufacturing, renewable energy, and technology-driven enterprises. The collaboration is also expected to support President Tinubu’s economic reform strategy, which emphasizes innovation-led growth.
With NASENI’s expanded mandate and renewed focus, stakeholders believe that stronger inter-agency synergy will help accelerate industrial development, enhance competitiveness, and position Nigeria as a regional hub for technology and innovation.
