The National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI) has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering technology innovation and protecting intellectual property rights in Nigeria through a strategic collaboration with the Patents and Designs Registry under the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment.
In a statement signed by Mr. Reuben Shagu, Assistant Director and Head of Public Relations at NBTI, this partnership aims to establish a Technology Innovation Support Centre (TISC) at NBTI. This initiative aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, prioritizing industrialization, technological advancement, and economic growth.
Key Takeaways:
1. Strengthening Intellectual Property (IP) Protection
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The TISC, backed by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), will provide Nigerian inventors with access to technology information, patents, and expired patents that can serve as building blocks for further innovation.
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This initiative seeks to educate and encourage patenting, safeguard intellectual property, prevent exploitation, and promote economic prosperity.
2. Supporting Innovation & Economic Growth
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Under the leadership of Dr. Kazeem Kolawole Raji, NBTI is positioning itself as a hub for technology-driven entrepreneurship, nurturing innovations from ideation to commercialization.
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This effort aligns with Nigeria’s vision to become a global leader in technology and manufacturing, contributing to President Tinubu’s goal of a $1 trillion economy.
3. Nigeria’s Expanding Role in Global Technology
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Dr. Raji emphasized Nigeria’s vast talent pool and called for stronger advocacy on IP protection and stakeholder engagement to drive sustainable development.
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Nigeria’s recent partnership with the BRICS bloc is expected to boost its standing in manufacturing, technology, and industrialization.
A New Era for Innovation
This strategic collaboration between NBTI and the Patents and Designs Registry marks a new era for Nigerian startups, innovators, and entrepreneurs. It ensures they receive the necessary support for branding, patenting, and scaling their innovations while reinforcing Nigeria’s commitment to becoming a leader in modern technology on the global stage.
This strategic collaboration between NBTI and the Patents and Designs Registry marks a new era for Nigerian startups, innovators, and entrepreneurs. It ensures they receive the necessary support for branding, patenting, and scaling their innovations while reinforcing Nigeria’s commitment to becoming a leader in modern technology on the global stage.
At ÒGÚN SECURITY RESEARCH AND STRATEGIC CONSULTING (OSRS), we stand ready to support and partner with NBTI in all aspects, including AI governance, cybersecurity, and intellectual property protection. Our digital security, risk management, and compliance expertise can help ensure that Nigerian innovators and startups protect their intellectual property, secure their digital assets, and defend against cyber threats. Through training, advisory services, and research-based strategies, OSRS can play a pivotal role in strengthening Nigeria’s technology ecosystem and enhancing its long-term resilience in the digital economy.