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Tinubu tasks NDA on scientific research, technological innovations
President Bola Tinubu has urged the Nigeria Defence Academy (NDA) to access the support it requires to invest in scientific research and technological innovations.
Tinubu made the call on Saturday at the Passing out Parade and Commissioning of Cadets of 70th Regular Course of Army, Navy, Air Force and Direct Short Service Course 27 Army and 31 Air Force, held at the NDA, in Kaduna.
Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, Tinubu also enjoined the academy to develop prototypes and concepts that aligned with the Federal Government’s local content policies.
The President, who was the special guest of honour at the event, noted that it was time for the academy to be a model for the continent.
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He said that the institution was founded to lead the way in exploring scientific inquiries.
“The future of our great country doesn’t only rest upon the valour of these young patriots but also the curricula with which our warriors and scholars are formed.
“If we must take the centre stage in protecting our people, this Academy must access the support it requires to invest in scientific research and technological innovations.
“And develop prototypes and concepts that align with the Federal Government’s local content policies.
“This esteemed institution was founded to lead the way and boasts research centres dedicated to exploring scientific inquiries and translating our grandest ideas and theories into reality. Now is the time for us to be the model for the continent,” he said.
(NAN)
