The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has once again demonstrated its leadership in driving homegrown innovation and fostering impactful collaboration across key national sectors. Reaffirming its unwavering commitment to building a knowledge-based economy, the Board underscored the importance of strong linkages between academia, industry, and government as a cornerstone for sustainable development.
At the 2025 SciBiz Annual Conference, held under the theme “Collaborative Ecosystems for Sustainable Innovation and Economic Growth,” the NCDMB showcased its proactive role in bridging the gap between research and industry through its well-established Research and Development (R&D) Framework.
Representing the Executive Secretary, Engr. Felix Omatsola Ogbe, the Director of Corporate Services, Dr. Abdulmalik Halilu, highlighted NCDMB’s ongoing efforts to transform research outputs into commercially viable products and solutions tailored to meet Nigeria’s economic needs.
“NCDMB’s R&D Framework is not just a policy document — it is an active engine for innovation. We are facilitating the translation of research into real-world solutions, fostering indigenous technologies, and creating sustainable economic opportunities,” Dr. Halilu stated.
He further emphasized that the Board’s collaborative approach is delivering tangible results. “Our partnerships with academic institutions and private sector innovators are strategic investments in Nigeria’s industrial future. By nurturing innovation-driven ecosystems, we are laying the groundwork for a resilient and diversified economy,” he said.
Through continuous support for technology incubation, capacity building, and commercialization of local innovations, the NCDMB is aligning seamlessly with the federal government’s broader goals for economic diversification and inclusive growth.
The Board’s presence and insights at the conference once again affirm its position as a forward-thinking institution that is not only setting standards for Nigerian content development but also enabling a robust innovation culture that will drive the nation’s next industrial revolution.
