Temitope Mustapha, Abuja
The Chief of Staff to the President, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, has commended the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) for championing local content development, particularly in the areas of electric vehicles, motorbikes, and solar-powered smart irrigation systems, through accelerated technology transfer.
Gbajabiamila gave the commendation while speaking to the media on Wednesday during the tours of agencies under the State House.
He expressed President Bola Tinubu’s confidence in the nation’s human resources and their ability to lead technological advancement.
”I’m very impressed with what we have seen and heard,” the Chief of Staff said after a tour of the facility at NASENI.
”The fact that you have 35 market-ready products and have completed 44 tangible projects and initiatives in 10 months speaks volumes to your commitment, dedication, and passion for what you are doing.
”I commend you and the rest of the team on what you are doing. We live in a world of modern-day technology, and Nigeria must not be left behind, and we need agencies like NASENI to propagate the President’s vision for advancement in technology,” he added.
On staff welfare, the Chief of Staff noted that creating an enabling work environment is very important to boosting staff morale and productivity.
He noted that due to NASENI’s location at the Idu industrial layout in Abuja, approximately 30 kilometres from the city centre, the management should provide adequate support to ease transportation costs for employees.
In his remarks, the Chairman and CEO of the NASENI, Khalil Suleiman Halilu, appreciated President Tinubu for his support of the agency.
He reiterated the agency’s commitment to conducting research and development, as well as the production and commercialisation of products that contribute directly to Nigeria’s GDP and improve the lives of the people.
