FMOSIT and FUTMinna Partner to Advance Clean Technology Innovation and Research Commercialization

The Federal Ministry of Science, Innovation and Technology (FMOSIT) has partnered with the Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUT Minna) to advance clean technology innovation and research commercialization through the Global CleanTech Innovation Programme (GCIP).

This initiative aims to transform clean technology solutions from academic research into commercially viable products.

The Vice-Chancellor of FUT Minna, Prof. Faruk Adamu Kuta, has expressed the university's commitment to impactful research and dedication to fostering an innovation-driven environment. He acknowledged the gap between research output and commercialization, attributing it to limited industry partnerships, and called on FMOSIT to advocate for stronger policy support and industry collaboration.

The partnership between FMOSIT and FUT Minna has significant implications for national development. By promoting clean technology innovation and commercialization, the initiative can contribute to Nigeria's economic growth, job creation, and environmental sustainability. The partnership also highlights the importance of collaboration between government, academia, and industry in driving innovation and development.