Halilu highlights AMTDI’s commitment to advancing technology infrastructure and innovation in Nigeria

 

The Executive Vice President/Chief Executive Officer of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), Khalil Suleiman Halilu, conducted an inspection visit to the Advanced Manufacturing Technology Development Institute (AMTDI), an institute under NASENI, in Jalingo, in Taraba state.

The visit was intended to highlight NASENI’s commitment to advancing technological infrastructure and promoting innovation in Nigeria and to engage in interactions with the Institute’s management team, including identification of operational challenges, potential areas for improvement and strategies to align its objectives with NASENI’s mission to promote the country’s scientific and engineering infrastructure.

AMTDI as an institute under NASENI is dedicated to the advancement of manufacturing technologies, including focus on research, development and dissemination of innovative solutions to drive Nigeria’s industrial growth and development.

Halilu assessed the equipment and also the working conditions of the staff at AMTDI, underlining the importance of a well-equipped and conducive working environment for research and development. His assessment also aimed to identify critical needs and opportunities for upgrading the institute’s facilities to ensure they meet global standards.

Speaking after the inspection, Halilu expressed his satisfaction with the commitment of AMTDI staff and their contribution to Nigeria’s technological advancements. He reiterated that NASENI management will continue to support in providing the necessary resources to enhance the capacities of all institutes.

“AMTDI’s role in Nigeria’s technology landscape is critical,” Halilu said. “Our visit today reaffirms my commitment to supporting our development institutes who are at the forefront of promoting innovation and development in advanced manufacturing technologies. We are committed to addressing the challenges identified and providing the support necessary to elevate AMTDI and others to new heights.”

The visit concluded with a tour of the institute’s facilities, where Halilu witnessed firsthand the ongoing projects and initiatives led by AMTDI. He lauded the institute’s efforts in promoting a culture of innovation and also assured his continued support to achieve shared goals.

Speaking earlier, while receiving the EVC at the institute, Eng. John Christopher Tanko, Acting Chief Executive Officer of AMTDI, expressed his gratitude for the visit and highlighted the importance of management support in fulfilling its mandate.

“We are honored by the EVC/CEO’s visit and his keen interest in our work,” said Tanko, adding that “this inspection tour reinforces our confidence in your transformative leadership and commitment to our growth and development. We are committed to leveraging the support provided to enhance our research, improve our facilities and contribute significantly to Nigeria’s industrial progress.”

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