BUK Professor Appointed to National Geospatial Data Infrastructure Committee
BUK Professor Appointed to National Geospatial Data Infrastructure Committee
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Dr. Murtala Mohammed Badamasi, Head of Geographical Information System (GIS) at the Centre for Dryland Agriculture (CDA), Bayero University Kano (BUK), has been appointed to the National Geospatial Data Infrastructure (NGDI) Committee by the Federal Government.
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The appointment was announced on Friday, March 22, 2024, by the Honourable Minister for Budget and Economic Planning, Sen. Abubakar Atiku Bagudu CON, during the committee's inauguration.
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The NGDI Committee comprises experts from various fields, tasked with developing a comprehensive geospatial data infrastructure across Nigeria. The Minister emphasized the importance of collaboration and resource mobilization in achieving this goal, citing successful international models.
Dr. Badamasi's appointment recognizes his expertise and dedication to geospatial data infrastructure development. His involvement in the committee reinforces BUK's commitment to contributing to national development through cutting-edge research and innovation.
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