By Maryam Aminu
The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has honoured its outstanding employees at the 2025 Staff Motivation and Reward Event, with Executive Vice Chairman, Mr. Khalil Suleiman Halilu, declaring that the agency’s rapid transformation and growing impact in Nigeria’s industrial and technological sectors are being driven by the commitment, innovation and professionalism of its workforce.
Speaking at the award ceremony held in Abuja, Halilu said the event was not merely about recognising excellence but celebrating the people behind NASENI’s achievements.
According to a statement signed by Deputy Director of Information, Chima Akwaja, the Executive Vice Chairman said every innovation, partnership and milestone recorded by the agency was made possible through the dedication of its staff.
He noted that despite the awards holding later than originally scheduled, recognising exceptional performance remains important in sustaining a culture of excellence within the organisation.
Halilu said NASENI has undergone significant reforms under the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, evolving into a performance-driven institution anchored on its “Creation, Collaboration and Commercialisation (3Cs)” strategy.
He explained that the framework continues to guide the agency’s efforts in developing indigenous technologies, building strategic partnerships and commercialising innovations capable of improving the lives of Nigerians.
Highlighting some of NASENI’s achievements, the Executive Vice Chairman disclosed that the agency has developed over 44 commercially viable Made-in-Nigeria products, including laptops, smartphones, solar-powered irrigation pumps and electric tricycles.
He also revealed that construction is ongoing on the 40-hectare NASENI Solar Industrial Park in Gora, Nasarawa State, which is expected to become Africa’s largest clean energy manufacturing hub.
According to him, NASENI has also invested more than ₦229 million in grants for female engineers through its Developing Engineering Leaders Through Her (DELT-Her) initiative, while its Irrigate Nigeria Programme and Agricultural Machinery Institutes have generated over 30,000 direct and indirect jobs nationwide.
Halilu added that the agency’s Zero Carbon Project and electric mobility initiatives are supporting Nigeria’s transition to cleaner and more sustainable technologies.
Congratulating the award recipients, he urged staff members who were not recognised this year to remain committed, assuring them that every contribution is valued in the agency’s journey towards achieving its mandate.
Among the award recipients were Mr. Salisu Mohammed (Finance & Accounts), Engr. Dr. Abayomi Okeshola (Technology Business Development), Shakir Owodunni (Admin & HR), Mr. Asake Michael (Information), Engr. Odii Emmanuel (Manufacturing Services), Engr. Mrs. Ugochi Chimaduruaku (Technical Services), Engr. Aliyu Tahir Ahmed (Environmental Engineering), Mr. Usman Ahmadu (Natural & Physical Science), Dr. Mrs. Sherifat Adeleye (Nano Science), Miss Anita Egar (Research & Laboratory), Mr. Christopher Okpanachi (Procurement), Mrs. Ahmed Bilkisu (Planning & Policy), Barr. Lilian O. Utaka (EVC’s Office) and Mr. Abbas Suleiman (Audit).
Other award winners included Mr. Abdullah Mohammed, who emerged Driver of the Year, Barr. Hussaina Shehu, who won the Overall Staff of the Year award, while Mr. Khalil Suleiman Halilu received the Staff Choice Award.
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