Nigeria, Other West African Countries Need to Improve on STI, Says Mamora – THISDAYLIVE

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Michael Olugbode in Abuja

Nigeria and other West African countries need to improve on science, technology and innovation (STI) in order to solve local problems and boost their economies, the Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr. Adeleke Mamora, has said.

The minister gave the advice during the closing ceremony of the maiden edition of African Research and Innovation Forum (FARI) 2022 in Abuja weekend.

Mamora warned that the West African region cannot afford to remain behind in the global race for STI.

The programme, which started on Monday with the theme ‘Science, Technology and Innovation for a more competitive ECOWAS’, was declared open by President Muhammadu Buhari, who was represented by his Chief of Staff, Prof. Ibrahim Gambari.

Mamora, in his speech, noted that STI is at the heart of major developments of nations and that it has taken a preeminent place in deliberation and consideration for any well-meaning government.

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Source: Thisday Newspaper