The Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology (FMIST) has positioned the Global Cleantech Innovation Programme (GCIP) as a major step toward moving clean technology ideas from research and prototypes into full production and real businesses across Nigeria.
At a high-level meeting in Abuja with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), the Ministry explained that the focus of GCIP Phase II is practical impact. Rather than stopping at ideas or pilot stages, the programme is designed to help innovators turn concepts into manufacturable products, scalable solutions, and sustainable companies.
Representing the Honourable Minister, Dr. Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh, SAN, the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Philip Ndiomu Ebiogeh, said Nigeria’s commitment includes co-financing GCIP Phase II to ensure that clean tech innovations do not remain in laboratories. The goal is to move solutions from prototypes to production lines, and from small start-ups to competitive enterprises capable of attracting both local and international investment.
The programme will support key sectors such as energy transition initiatives, clean cooking solutions, and sustainable mobility projects. These focus areas are expected to reduce carbon emissions, strengthen energy security, and expand access to cleaner and more reliable energy options. At the same time, they are structured to create innovation-led jobs and open up new industrial opportunities.
UNIDO’s Associate Technical Officer, Mr. Luca Longo, acknowledged the progress made under GCIP Phase I and reaffirmed continued collaboration as Phase II begins. He noted that deeper partnership with government and the private sector will help unlock Nigeria’s industrial potential and accelerate sustainable economic growth.
Also speaking, the Director of Environmental Science and Technology (EST), Mrs. Bernadette Ogwuche, described GCIP as a bridge that connects research to industry. She said the objective is clear: support innovators through the stages of development, production, and full commercialisation so they can build strong, market-ready companies.
With GCIP Phase II underway, FMIST is focusing on helping startups and innovators grow into competitive businesses that can scale, industrialise clean technologies, and contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s economic development.
