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PRESS RELEASE The Honourable Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology (FMIST), Dr. Kingsley Udeh, SAN has commended officers of the Ministry who emerged as top performers in the 2025 Digital Literacy for All (DL4ALL) Workforce Programme, describing their achievement as a proud milestone for the Ministry and a testament to its leadership in driving digital transformation across the Federal Civil Service. The commendation follows the successful conclusion of the DL4ALL programme by the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF), in collaboration with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA). The award ceremony, held at the Obasanjo Hall, OHCSF, Abuja, celebrated 35 officers drawn from seven key Ministries who distinguished themselves as Champions and Highfliers after demonstrating exceptional digital proficiency. Among the national honourees were five outstanding officers from the Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology (FMIST):   •   Okoro Ikechukwu – DL4ALL Champion   •   Nwakwue Nnamdi – DL4ALL Champion   •   Oduola Lateef – DL4ALL Champion   •   Emmanuel Damilola Aiku – Highflier   •   Adekunle Ismaila – Highflier The awardees were presented with laptops by the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation in recognition of their exemplary performance and commitment to digital excellence. Reacting to the recognition, the Honourable Minister applauded the officers for embodying the innovative spirit that defines the Ministry. “I heartily congratulate our distinguished officers who have emerged as DL4ALL Champions and Highfliers. Your dedication, discipline, and pursuit of excellence reflect the core mandate of our Ministry to drive innovation and harness technology for national development.” Dr. Udeh further emphasized that digital literacy is central to building an efficient and responsive public service. “As a Ministry entrusted with advancing innovation, science, and technology in Nigeria, we must continue to lead from the front. These awards reinforce our commitment to building a future-ready workforce equipped with the digital skills required to transform governance and improve service delivery.” The DL4ALL Workforce Programme remains a flagship initiative aimed at strengthening digital competencies across the Federal Civil Service, enhancing productivity, and aligning Nigeria’s public sector with global best practices. The recognition of FMIST officers at the national level underscores the Ministry’s proactive engagement in capacity building and its strategic role in accelerating Nigeria’s transition to a knowledge-driven, technology-enabled economy. Mrs. Pauline Sule,aniprHead, Press and Public RelationsFebruary 12, 2026

Press Release 10th February, 2026 The Honorable Minister of Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology (FMIST), Dr. Kingsley Udeh, SAN has restated the Federal Government’s commitment to leveraging Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) to drive agro-industrial development and economic transformation, as the Deputy Governor of Benue State,Barr Sam Ode paid him a courtesy visit today at the Ministry’s headquarters in Abuja. Welcoming the delegation, the Minister highlighted the vast opportunities for collaboration between FMIST and Benue State, particularly in the commercialisation of research outputs and the deliberate pursuit of 30 per cent value addition to raw materials. Dr. Udeh noted that as the Food Basket of the Nation, Benue State occupies a strategic position in Nigeria’s drive to move from raw commodity production to value-driven agro-processing, industrialisation and job creation. The Minister stressed that translating research findings into market-ready products remains a core priority of FMIST, adding that STI must be positioned to directly support food security, wealth creation and sustainable development at both national and sub-national levels. The Deputy Governor, Barr. Sam Ode who was accompanied by the Honorable Commissioner for Science, Technology and Innovation, Hon. Dwem James congratulated the Honourable Minister on his appointment and commended his vision and leadership at a critical time for Nigeria’s innovation ecosystem. He described science and technology as the bedrock of any serious organisation and government, noting that no economy can achieve sustainable growth without deliberately investing in innovation and knowledge-driven systems. Barr. Ode further stated that as a sub-national government, Benue State is committed to aligning its policies, institutions, and programmes with the Federal Government’s science, technology and innovation agenda, in order to maximise impact and ensure coherence in national development efforts. According to him, science, technology and innovation remain the cornerstone of development, productivity and competitiveness in today’s global economy. Both parties expressed strong optimism about deepening collaboration and agreed to sustain engagement aimed at deploying innovation, research and technology as tools for agricultural transformation, industrial growth and inclusive prosperity. The visit underscores FMIST’s strategic focus on strengthening partnerships with states to ensure that innovation-driven policies deliver tangible economic outcomes and improve the livelihoods of Nigerians across the country. Mrs. Pauline Sule,aniprHead, Press and Public Relations

Press Release9th February, 2026 The Honorable Minister of Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology (FMIST), Dr Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh, SAN has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s unwavering commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s industrial and manufacturing base through targeted, innovation-driven partnerships, as part of efforts to accelerate economic diversification and sustainable development. The Minister gave this assurance recently while receiving the Overseeing Officer of the Advanced Manufacturing Technology Development Institute (AMTDI), Jalingo, Mr. Barkindo Abdulrahman, and his management team on a working visit to the Ministry. The engagement focused on advancing manufacturing innovation, stimulating industrial growth and providing the necessary policy and institutional support to scale the adoption of locally developed manufacturing technologies, particularly among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which remain the backbone of Nigeria’s productive economy. Dr. Udeh emphasized that revitalising the manufacturing sector through indigenous technology development and deployment is central to the Ministry’s mandate and aligns with the Federal Government’s broader agenda of job creation, value addition, and national competitiveness. He reaffirmed FMIST’s resolve to work closely with AMTDI and other relevant agencies to eliminate structural bottlenecks, strengthen technology transfer mechanisms, and ensure that research outputs are translated into commercially viable solutions that directly support local industries. In his remarks, Mr. Abdulrahman, highlighted AMTDI’s ongoing initiatives in advanced manufacturing technologies and expressed the Institute’s readiness to deepen collaboration with the Ministry to drive capacity building, support SMEs and enhance Nigeria’s industrial productivity. The meeting further underscored FMIST’s strategic focus on strengthening synergy across its agencies, promoting homegrown innovation, and accelerating the conversion of research and technological development into measurable economic outcomes for the nation. The Ministry reiterated that sustained engagement with institutions such as AMTDI remains critical to building a resilient, innovation-led manufacturing sector capable of driving inclusive growth and positioning Nigeria as a competitive industrial hub in Africa. Mrs. Pauline Sule,aniprHead, Press and Public Relations

Press Release9th, February, 2026 The Honourable Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr. Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh, SAN, has reiterated the Federal Government’s resolve to leverage strategic international partnerships to accelerate innovation, deepen research outcomes, and drive sustainable national development, as he received the Ambassador of the European Union to Nigeria, His Excellency Gautier Mignot, on a courtesy visit today at the Ministry’s headquarters in Abuja. The visit provided an opportunity to formally congratulate the Honourable Minister on his recent appointment and to reaffirm the long-standing, strategic partnership between the European Union and the Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology (FMIST), anchored on shared priorities in Innovation, Science, Technology (STI) development, and human capital advancement. Discussions during the meeting focused on strengthening collaboration in critical areas of research, innovation, and technology, with a shared commitment to harnessing science and innovation as key drivers of job creation, improved livelihoods, and sustainable economic growth in Nigeria. The EU delegation briefed the Honourable Minister on major forthcoming initiatives under the EU–Nigeria cooperation framework, including the first-ever Nigeria–EU Science and Innovation Day, scheduled for 24 February at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Creative Arts, Lagos; the commencement of negotiations for a Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) Agreement between the European Union and Nigeria; and the next phase of cooperation under Horizon Europe – Phase IV, which will support Africa Initiative IV with approximately €600 million. The programme is expected to significantly expand opportunities for Nigerian researchers, innovators, institutions and startups to access global research funding, grants, and collaborative networks. The European Union emphasized its strong interest in deepening collaboration with FMIST to deliver practical, people-centred outcomes, noting that enhanced partnerships in research, digital innovation, capacity building and technology transfer would strengthen institutions and promote inclusive national development. Dr. Udeh reaffirmed FMIST’s readiness to work closely with the European Union to accelerate and energise the commercialization of Nigeria’s innovation ecosystem, promote knowledge exchange, and position Nigeria as a leading hub for science, technology and innovation in Africa. Both parties expressed strong optimism about expanding cooperation and agreed to sustain high-level engagements to ensure the effective implementation of joint programmes and initiatives strategically aligned with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Mrs. Pauline Sule,aniprHead, Press and Public Relations

PRESS RELEASE 1st February, 2026 The Honourable Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr. Kingsley Udeh, SAN, last night joined eminent Nigerians and stakeholders at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos, for the Sun Man of the Year Award 2025, where His Excellency, Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, was honoured for his outstanding leadership and reform-driven governance in Enugu State. The prestigious recognition celebrates Governor Mbah’s bold vision, accelerated infrastructure delivery, and strategic deployment of technology and innovation to transform governance and service delivery. Notable achievements include the construction of over 81 roads, the establishment of 260 smart schools, and the integration of smart systems to strengthen security architecture, institutional efficiency, and public service outcomes across the state. Speaking at the event, Dr. Udeh described the award as a fitting acknowledgment of Governor Mbah’s clear, data-driven vision to position Enugu as a leading regional economic hub, anchored on good governance, smart infrastructure, innovation, and far-reaching institutional reforms. He noted that the Governor’s leadership exemplifies the power of innovation-led governance to unlock development, improve the quality of life of citizens, and restore public confidence in government. “We are immensely proud of his unwavering commitment and dedicated service to Ndi Enugu and to Nigeria as a whole,” the Minister stated, adding that the recognition further validates the importance of technology, innovation, and reform as critical drivers of sustainable development. Dr. Udeh congratulated Governor Mbah on the well-deserved honour, describing him as a leader whose actions continue to set new standards for performance, accountability, and impact-driven governance. The Honourable Minister reaffirmed the Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology’s commitment to supporting states in leveraging science, technology, and innovation to accelerate development, strengthen institutions, and deliver measurable results for citizens in line with the Federal Government’s development agenda. Mrs. Pauline Sule,aniprHead, Press & Public Relations

PRESS RELEASE 29TH January, 2026 As part of the official visit of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR to the Republic of Türkiye, the Federal Government is advancing discussions aimed at strengthening research-to-market pathways between both countries. Speaking during the engagements held in Türkiye, the Honorable Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Dr. Kingsley Udeh, SAN emphasized the Federal Government’s determination to move beyond research for knowledge sake and focus on innovation that delivers measurable economic and social impact. “Türkiye’s success in commercializing research through effective technology transfer and strong private-sector engagement provides valuable lessons for Nigeria,” he noted. According to the Minister, Nigeria is developing a clear and actionable framework to support research-to-market pathways between both countries. Udeh stated that the collaboration will prioritize joint research and development, innovation financing, capacity building, startup incubation, and industrial scale-up. These efforts are expected to strengthen Nigeria’s innovation ecosystem, promote industrialization, and enhance competitiveness in the global technology space. He reiterated that the initiative aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the current administration, which places innovation, science, and technology at the heart of economic diversification and sustainable development. Mrs. Pauline Sule,aniprHead, Press & Public Relations

PRESS RELEASE January 20th, 2026 Udeh Highlights Importance of First-Ever Nigeria House to STI Ecosystem Leading a high-level Nigerian delegation, Vice President Sen. Kashim Shettima, GCON, and the Honourable Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr. Kingsley Udeh, SAN, are attending the 56th World Economic Forum (WEF) 2026 in Davos, Switzerland. On Monday, January 19, 2026, Vice President Kashim Shettima formally inaugurated the Nigeria House in Davos, Switzerland, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s strategic re-engagement with the global economic community. The unveiling of the pavilion underscores the Federal Government’s renewed commitment to active participation in global economic dialogue, partnership, and investment promotion. The Vice President described the establishment of Nigeria House as a clear demonstration of the nation’s seriousness, preparedness, and determination to reposition itself as a key contributor to global economic discourse. He emphasized that Nigeria’s growth trajectory is anchored on deliberate, structured, and mutually beneficial engagement with international partners. He further explained that Nigeria House was designed as a whole-of-government platform, integrating leadership across key sectors including trade, investment, foreign affairs, energy, infrastructure, technology, climate, and culture. He added, however, that the long-term success of the initiative would be driven by strong private sector participation and enterprise. At the Forum, the Honourable Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr. Kingsley Udeh, SAN, is engaging global leaders, investors, and technology stakeholders to advance innovation-led growth, artificial intelligence, emerging technologies, and sustainable development. These engagements align with the policy direction of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. According to Udeh, Nigeria is deliberately positioning Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) as a central pillar for economic diversification, competitiveness, and inclusive national development. The Minister stated the strategic importance of Nigeria House to the STI ecosystem, stating that the pavilion provides a unique platform for businesses, governments, organizations, and innovators attending the World Economic Forum to engage Nigeria across diverse economic and social sectors. Dr. Kingsley explained that Nigeria House will facilitate investment discussions, foster partnerships in science, technology, and innovation, and host events showcasing opportunities across Nigeria’s economy, national priorities, continental obligations, and international engagements. He further explained that Nigeria’s participation at the WEF presents an opportunity to project the country’s STI potential to global players, clearly articulate national priorities and roadmaps, and attract strategic partnerships with global political and business leaders. The Minister added that while engagements are ongoing, early outcomes and breakthroughs have already been recorded within the Nigerian STI ecosystem, with expectations of increased benefits in the medium to long term. Also speaking, the Honourable Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, commended the Vice President’s leadership and support for the initiative, describing Nigeria House as a product of effective public-private collaboration and a symbol of renewed national confidence and pride. Other dignitaries present at the event included the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar; the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Solid Minerals Development, Engr. Faruk Yusuf Yano; heads of government agencies; and captains of industry. The World Economic Forum 2026 is slated to run from January 19 to 23. Members of Nigeria’s delegation, including the Honourable Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, are expected to participate fully in high-level discussions and bilateral engagements aimed at attracting investments that align with the Federal Government’s reform and development agenda. Mrs. Pauline Sule,aniprHead,Press & Public Relations