NASENI MAKES HISTORY WITH DOMESTIC TECH LAUNCH!
The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) under its EVC/CEO, Khalil Suleiman Halilu, has made significant strides towards commercializing its research and development (R&D) efforts.
New Domestic Tech Products Launched:
- NASENI Laptop
- NASENI Android Smartphone
- NASENI Lithium Battery
- NASENI 300-watt LED Solar Street Lamp
Market Focus and Availability:
- Mr. Halilu emphasized NASENI’s commitment to bringing its products to market. Some are already available, while others are pre-booked for later in 2024.
Building a National Tech Brand:
This launch follows earlier unveilings of the Solar Irrigation System, Electric Keke, Electric Motorcycle, and Solar-powered Cargo Tricycle. These initiatives demonstrate NASENI’s dedication to building a strong Nigerian tech brand.
NASENI’s Mission and Strategy:
- NASENI is the sole federal agency dedicated to domesticating technology, encompassing both capital and consumer goods.
- The new leadership implements a “fast-track approach” that prioritizes technology transfer and commercialization of R&D products.
- These efforts aim to create jobs, wealth, and reduce import costs for Nigeria.
Collaboration and Partnerships:
- NASENI’s “3Cs principles” (Creation, Collaboration, and Commercialization) emphasize collaboration with public and private sector partners. This strategy ensures products reach end users and achieve long-term sustainability.
- NASENI leverages existing technologies to develop competitive, market-driven products.
- Investors are encouraged to partner with NASENI and support national industrialization efforts.
Key Differentiator:
- NASENI’s commitment to market focus sets it apart. They actively transition R&D results into commercially available products.
Beyond Products:
The briefing also highlighted NASENI’s ongoing activities, including:
- Development of a proposal evaluation portal
- NASENI Growth Hacker platform
- Enterprise resource planning (ERP) system
- eProcurement system
- NASENI StemBox educational tool
- NASENI Innovation Hub
- Programs like PICTT (including Delta2 and DeltHer)
This comprehensive approach positions NASENI as a key driver of technological innovation and economic development in Nigeria.
Source: Techeconomy
