National ITC Policy
The
development and execution of the national technology policy, including the
promotion of technological research; technology transfer programs;
technological innovation in strategic areas; coordination and monitoring of
technology-based research; and the management of relationships with
international technical and technological organizations falls under the guidance
of the Federal Ministry of Science and Technology. In July of 2002, the
Ministry held a summit to promote the technology policy and support the
President’s efforts to revitalize Nigeria.
As
part of the summit, the Ministry stated the challenges that they face and the
steps they have taken to overcome the challenges. In addition to the
infrastructure, a significant challenge that Nigeria faces is the lack of faith
in the Ministry by people in the decision-making positions throughout Nigeria.
The summit was a step to overcome this particular challenge. To further their
cause, 11 committees have been set up to aid in the building of technological
development.[2]
The
Nigerian Government is committed to the development and use of technology in
their country.
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