The Minister of Science and Technology, Dr Ogbonnaya Onu has announced that the 2021 edition of the Science, Technology and Innovation Expo will be held in Abuja from March 15.
At a briefing yesterday, the Minister said the expo is key to the nation’ s drive towards economic diversification.
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He also said the event would witness the convergence of researchers, inventors, innovators and investors so they can convert ideas into products and services.
He said the Expo which will be held at Eagle Square is a major instrument for the commercialization of research findings into products that are needed both home and abroad.
“Nigeria is well endowed with mineral resources which if well harnessed would be of great economic benefits to the nation.
“We are convinced that with hard work and determination, we will achieve an economy that is knowledge-based and innovation-driven, making us more productive and competitive to achieve a bright future for our dear nation”.
