NASENI launches inter-agency Innovation Competition for MDAs to stimulate indigenous solutions

*The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure discloses the initiative is aimed at harnessing innovation, promoting collaboration, technology advancement, and creativity among the Nigerian Government gover Ministries, Departments, and Agencies

Alexander Davis | ConsumerConnect

The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has announced the launch of an Inter-Agency Innovation Competition & Awards.

The government agency announced the initiative is aimed at harnessing innovation, promoting collaboration and creativity among Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) of the Federal Government.

ConsumerConnect reports NASENI has the statutory mission “to develop and maintain a dynamic infrastructure to drive Nigeria’s indigenous industrialisation, job creation and national progress for the country.”

The agency noted that the specific initiative among the MDAs seeks to harness innovative ideas that could drive technological advancement, and address pressing challenges facing  public servants in the economy.

NASENI said the Innovation Competition invites all government MDAs to propose innovative solutions in various sectors.

According to the organisation, these include sectors, such as health, agriculture, education, and infrastructure, leveraging science and technology to enhance public service delivery and improve the quality of life for Nigerians.

The agency further encouraged MDAs to submit their entries through https://naseni.gov.ng/innovation/

It stated: “Join the movement in driving innovation for a better Nigeria.

“Together, we can unlock our nation’s potential through innovation in science and technology. Join the movement by submitting your entry.”