Research Summary

The Scientific Equipment Development Institute, Minna (SEDI-M) was set up with the following mandates:    * Research into and develop systems for the mass-production of school science laboratory apparatus for physics, chemistry, biology, introductory technology, social studies, etc; Scientific Equipment for research, industry and higher institution; Measuring and control instruments for electrical, electronics, mechanical workshop artisanal etc. industries and utility equipments. Learn More? >>

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The  Sokoto Energy Research Centre (SERC) was established to carryout research and development, public enlightment and information dissemination as well as manpower development in renewable Energy sector comprising of solar thermal, Solar photovoltaic, Biomass, Wind and Meteorology,  Small hydropower and services,  other mandate of the Centre includes:-
• To organize and carry out research in the most economical and effective means available locally for harnessing solar and other renewable energy   as complementary and/or alternative sources of power;
• To investigate the appropriate designs of solar and other renewable energy equipment and appliances for domestic, agricultural and industrial uses, and to develop, produce and test prototype of same Learn More? >>

Research Summary

The institute conducts research into problems associated with sugarcane cultivation, processing and utilization, including the utilization of by-products, disseminating results obtained from these studies to the sugar companies and other relevant bodies within and outside the country.

The major objectives for which the Institute was established are; Conducting research into problems associated with sugarcane cultivation, processing and utilization, including the utilization of by-products; Disseminating results obtained from these studies to the sugar companies and other relevant bodies within and outside the country;Teaching of undergraduate, postgraduate and sugar factory/estate workers in related subjects; and rendering consultancy services on sugarcane cultivation, processing and utilization. Learn more? >>

Summary of functions and National Mandate

The Institute of Chartered Chemists of Nigeria (ICCON) is a body charged statutorily with the responsibility of regulating the practice of Chemistry profession in Nigeria. The Institute is a parastatal of the Federal Ministry of Health.

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Summary of functions and National Mandate

Conducts appropriate test and ensure compliance with standard specifications designated and approved by the council for the effective control of quality of food, drugs, cosmetics, medical devices, bottled water and chemicals and their raw materials as well as their production processes in factories and other establishments Read More?

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Summary of functions and National Mandates

The Federal Ministry of Water Resources is the technical and professional arm of the Federal Government of Nigeria which gives advice on and implements all matters concerning water resources development use, management, control and other related issues. The national objective of the water resources sector is to harness underground and surface water resources for irrigation, recreation, navigation, hydropower generation, water supply for domestic and industrial use. In discharging this responsibility, the Ministry has put up an enduring institutional framework through the creation of seven (7) Departments, twelve (12) River Basin and Rural Development Authorities (RBDAs) and the national Water Resources Institute (NWRI). The RBDAs and the NWRI are the Ministry’s parastatals as well as the implementation arms of the Ministry.

The functions of the Ministry in the Water Resources and Rural Development sector are as follows: To formulate national water resources policy towards ensuring adequate water supply for agricultural, industrial, recreational, domestic and other uses; To formulate and implement water Resources Masterplan for the development of dams, irrigation and drainage, water supply, soil erosion and flood control as well as hydrological and hydrogeological activities. Read More? >>

Summary of functions and National Mandates

FMST aims at charting the course of Scientific and Technological development of the Nation through: Planned and guided Research and Development (R&D) in all areas of Science and Technology with particular emphasis on areas where the country has clearly defined comparative advantages in human as well as material resources; Keeping abreast with latest progress in Research and Development (R&D) in Science and Technology among the industrial and educational communities within the country, the sub-region and overseas and guiding the course of the aggregate domestic R&D output of Science and Technology (S&T) to ensure that Nigeria makes maximum benefit of S&T trends within and outside our shores Read More? >>