The Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology (FMIST) has introduced plans to commemorate this yr’s World Science Day for Peace and Development on November 10, reaffirming its dedication to advancing scientific analysis and innovation for Nigeria’s socio-economic growth.
Esuabana Nko-Asanye, everlasting secretary to the ministry in a press release, mentioned the occasion — established by UNESCO in 2001 — goals to strengthen national and worldwide cooperation in science whereas making certain that data and technological progress are used to promote peace, unity, and shared prosperity.
“Science must never be used to divide or harm,” Nko-Asanye mentioned. “It should remain a tool for strengthening humanity and advancing sustainable development.”
She emphasised that Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) kind the inspiration of national growth and ought to be accessible to all, not confined to choose establishments or people.
According to her, rising applied sciences ought to be utilized to enhance lives, construct inclusive economies, and foster constructive social change.
The everlasting secretary reiterated the Ministry’s dedication to supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), significantly these associated to high quality schooling, innovation, infrastructure, and local weather motion, which she mentioned are key drivers of Nigeria’s industrial and financial transformation.
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She additionally challenged Nigerian scientists, technologists, and innovators to aspire towards world excellence, saying: “We must build a culture of innovation capable of producing Nobel laureates in physics, chemistry, biology, and medicine. Nigeria has the talent — what we need is the focus and collaboration.”
The celebration, she famous, will embrace actions geared toward selling public engagement with science and provoking younger folks to pursue careers in analysis and innovation.
