FG commissions another tech incubation centre to aid economic growth

The National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI) has established an incubation centre in Mabudi, Plateau State, to close the gap between research and the market, stimulating innovation, generating employment opportunities and spurring economic growth. The Director General/CEO NBTI Dr Patricia Uchenna Chukwu, said the objective is to identify and provide support for local talents, nurturing […]

The National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI) has established an incubation centre in Mabudi, Plateau State, to close the gap between research and the market, stimulating innovation, generating employment opportunities and spurring economic growth.

The Director General/CEO NBTI Dr Patricia Uchenna Chukwu, said the objective is to identify and provide support for local talents, nurturing the upcoming generation of innovators and entrepreneurs who will steer Nigeria’s technological progress, a statement from the board quoted her as saying Wednesday.

Mrs Chukwu, at the event, also commissioned the admin block of the incubation unit and utility workshop at Technology Incubation Centre (TIC) Mabudi extension, Plateau State, according to the statement.

“The sustained effort of the honourable minister and the support of His Excellency, the Governor of Plateau State, will afford us the enabling recognition and funding to deliver on our mandate towards the economic growth and technological advancement of Nigeria.

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“We are confident that by working together with all involved parties, we can close the divide between research and the market, stimulating innovation, generating employment opportunities and spurring economic growth,” she said.

She commended Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State for giving NBTI an enabling environment to contribute to the success of the TIC, Mabudi Extension and the Technology Incubation Programme (TIP) in the country.

The Zonal Director North Central, NBTI, Hajiya Hadiza Muhammad, said the initiative would provide local innovators and entrepreneurs with the resources, mentorship and support needed to turn their ideas into viable businesses.

Also speaking, former Representative of Langtang North and South Federal Constituency, Hon. Beni Lar, who facilitated the project, urged stakeholders to patronize the incubation centre.