Construction Begins on Cutting-Edge Innovation Institute in Kano
The federal government has officially kicked off the construction of the Sustainable and Emerging Technologies Institute (SETI) in Kano, a groundbreaking project spearheaded by the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI). This endeavor, a pivotal component of President Bola Tinubu’s vision for driving industrial growth and fostering innovation among Nigeria’s youth, marks a significant milestone in the nation’s technological advancement.
Revolutionizing the Landscape of Innovation
Amidst the picturesque setting of Bayero University Kano (BUK), where the groundbreaking ceremony took place, Minister of Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, delivered a rousing speech underscoring the transformative potential of SETI. In his address, Minister Nnaji expressed unwavering confidence in the ingenuity of young Nigerians, emphasizing that the institute will span an impressive 30 hectares on the BUK New Campus.
“SETI is not merely an aspiration, but a testament to the boundless talent and promise of our youth,” Minister Nnaji remarked. “Equipped with cutting-edge innovation hubs focused on artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies, SETI will serve as a beacon of progress in our quest for economic prosperity.”
Empowering the Next Generation of Innovators
NASENI’s pivotal role in financing, constructing, and outfitting the groundbreaking institute underscores its unwavering commitment to nurturing a new wave of innovators, technologists, and entrepreneurs poised to make a global impact. Minister Nnaji further revealed that alongside SETI, a second ambitious project—the 10-hectare Agri-preneurship Training Hub—will take root at BUK’s Old Campus.
“This hub will not only boast state-of-the-art greenhouses and cutting-edge soil-less farming facilities but also feature pioneering tissue culture laboratories aimed at revolutionizing agricultural practices in Nigeria,” Minister Nnaji explained.
Driving Industrialization and National Transformation
With a steadfast dedication to its core tenets of Collaboration, Creation, and Commercialization, NASENI’s Executive Vice Chairman, Khalil S. Halilu, reiterated the agency’s unwavering commitment to propelling industrialization across the nation. Halilu emphasized that SETI and the Agri-preneurship Hub seamlessly align with NASENI’s overarching mission of equipping Nigeria’s youth with the requisite skills to drive comprehensive societal change.
“By garnering the collective support of all stakeholders, we are poised to realize our mandate of positioning Nigeria as a formidable force on the global industrial stage,” Halilu affirmed.
In conclusion, the commencement of construction on the Sustainable and Emerging Technologies Institute in Kano serves as a poignant testament to Nigeria’s unwavering commitment to fostering innovation, empowering youth, and driving economic growth. With groundbreaking initiatives like SETI and the Agri-preneurship Hub taking root, there is no doubt that Nigeria is poised to emerge as a leading hub of technological advancement and industrial prowess.
