The Innovation Hub of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has trained staff drawn from its institutes and centres across the country on FutureMakers Project delivery, following a three day programme held January 13 to 15, 2026.
The training concluded last week with participants affirming improved capacity to drive the initiative, while the Agency said the exercise would strengthen delivery as the FutureMakers by NASENI application remains open at https://innovation.naseni.gov.ng/futuremakers/.
A total of 12 participants were selected from NASENI institutes and centres across the six geo political zones for the programme, which focused on equipping officers with innovative skills, problem identification, solution development using local resources, and methods for cascading knowledge across the systemwide network.
FutureMakers by NASENI is an initiative designed to empower young Nigerians to tackle societal challenges through innovation by providing financial support, training, and mentorship.
Speaking after the event, Engr Dr Tayo Adeyinka of the Prototype Equipment Development Institute (PEDI), Ilesa, said the training was timely and practical, adding that the opportunity would translate into better programme delivery at his institute.
Also speaking, Mr Woye Bernard Chibogwu of the Scientific Equipment Development Institute (SEDI), Enugu, thanked the Agency for the exposure and assured that lessons learned would be shared with colleagues to deepen impact.
In his remarks, Mr Ahmed Hamza Ahmed of the Agricultural Machinery and Equipment Development Institute (AMEDI), Lafia, said the understanding gained was crucial for effectively imparting knowledge to children, who are the project’s target and future drivers.
Participants recommended that, given the importance of the FutureMakers Project, its concepts should be integrated into primary and secondary school curricula to nurture innovation early, affirming that the training enhanced their capacity to engage Nigerian children and pledging to cascade outcomes across institutes and centres. They said the approach aligns with the mission and vision of FutureMakers.
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