The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Science Engineering, Inuwa Garba, has said the actions of the committee and the House as a whole have implications for Nigeria’s development trajectory, especially in the field of science and engineering.
He made the assertion during the inaugural meeting of the Committee on Monday.
He said, “The creation of the committee underscores the importance the leadership of the 10th Assembly attaches to the need to recognize the era of technological and engineering-driven economy that every sector largely depends on for science and technology growth.
“Such dependence also provides for advancement in research and development, innovation, entrepreneurship, productivity enhancement, and managing environmental issues that determine economic progress and promotion of sustainable development.
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“As chairman, I am aware of the weight of this responsibility and expectations. In this sector, our actions bear profound implications for the trajectory of our nation because we stand at the forefront of technological advancements and our decisions will naturally impact on the generations to come. This is a responsibility we accept with humility and dedication.
“Our diversity of skills and perspective will be our strength while our working together will surely make navigation of the challenges much easier.”
The chairman called on the agencies under its purview to support scientific research toward the nation’s economic growth through the enhancement of new knowledge, and the development of innovative solutions to existing problems.
He said, “In partnering with you, we shall strive to initiate supportive policies and regulations aimed at fostering the enabling environment where scientists can explore and experiment freely to proffer solutions leading to development.
“Similarly, in our budget considerations of the MDAs, we shall consider making cases for adequate budget allocations to shore up government investments in the sector.
“Apart from adequately providing for aggressive revolution required in the sector, this will help to address the ugly consequences of brain drain and migration of skilled and qualified persons to other climes.”
