Maryam Aminu
The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has reaffirmed its commitment to commercialising research outcomes and driving innovation that supports Nigeria’s industrialisation and economic growth, as it called on scientists and researchers within the Agency to intensify efforts toward developing market-driven technologies.
The call was made by the Director, Nano Science Department, NASENI, Dr. Chika Ezeanyanaso, while declaring open the “NASENI Hybrid Scientific Engagement Programme: Science Perspective” on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. The seminar, organised by the Science Infrastructure Directorate, was designed to strengthen collaboration among researchers, promote knowledge exchange and accelerate scientific innovation across the Agency.
Addressing participants, Dr. Ezeanyanaso described the engagement as a strategic platform for fostering collaboration and generating ideas capable of translating scientific research into technologies that will boost Nigeria’s industrial and economic development.
She explained that the programme is an expanded version of the department’s regular scientific seminar series, aimed at encouraging wider participation across the NASENI system.
“This seminar provides an opportunity for colleagues to learn from one another and generate ideas that will support innovation and national economic growth,” she said.
Dr. Ezeanyanaso urged participants to actively engage in the discussions, stressing that scientific advancement thrives on the free exchange of ideas rather than hierarchy.
“There is no seniority here; what matters is knowledge sharing,” she added.
The Director also commended the Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of NASENI, Mr. Khalil Suleiman Halilu, for his continued support for research and innovation across the Agency.
Front row: Director, Nano Science Department, NASENI, Dr. Chika Ezeanyanaso (9th from left); Overseeing Officer, Advanced Manufacturing Technology Development Institute (AMTDI), Jalingo, Mr. Barkindo Abdulrahman Bawuro (8th from left); Deputy Director, Research Laboratory Department, Dr Hassan Bakare (10th from left); Deputy Director, Nanoscience Department, Mr. Kayode Oladipo (6th from right) and Chief Engineer, Scientific Equipment Development Institute, Enugu, Engr. Dr Samuel Wadzani Gadzama; and other staff of the Agency in a group photograph during the seminar.
She equally appreciated the Overseeing Officer of the Advanced Manufacturing Technology Development Institute (AMTDI), Jalingo, Mr. Barkindo Abdulrahman Bawuro, while reaffirming the department’s commitment to sustaining research that will lead to continuous scientific discoveries and technological innovation.
A major highlight of the seminar was a presentation by Engr. Dr Samuel Wadzani Gadzama, Chief Engineer, Scientific Equipment Development Institute (SEDI), Enugu, who presented an overview of nanoscience research undertaken by the Agency since 2013.
Dr. Gadzama revealed a significant research breakthrough involving the extraction of nanocellulose fibre from pineapple leaves following extensive laboratory testing conducted both within Nigeria and internationally.
According to him, the research has resulted in the development of a sustainable material with considerable industrial potential, noting that the nanocellulose fibre can serve as a raw material for producing biodegradable plastics and other environmentally friendly products.
In his vote of thanks, Deputy Director of the Research Laboratory Department, Dr Hassan Bakare, praised the Science Infrastructure Directorate for creating a platform that encourages scientific exchange and collaborative learning.
He also advocated the establishment of a joint seminar platform involving the Science and Engineering Infrastructure Directorates to promote interdisciplinary collaboration, accelerate innovation and further strengthen NASENI’s contribution to industrial growth and national development.
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