Defence bureau calls for collaboration with TETFUND
Defence bureau calls for collaboration with TETFUND
as a follow-up to the maiden research/exhibition organised by Tertiary Education Trust Fund, (TETFUND), Director-General of Defence Research and Development Bureau, Gen. Emmanuel Ndagi, has called for collaboration with TETFUND.
Executive Secretary, Sonny Echono, said the exhibition showcased research outcomes from beneficiary institutions, and innovations from formal and informal sectors with the aim to connect them to industry for prototype upscale and commercialization.
He noted that the exhibition was an effort to ensure innovators and researchers contribute to revamping the economy, create jobs, as well as generate and redistribute wealth.
The military made a bold and impressive show at the national research fair/exhibition in November in Abuja.
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Defence Research and Development Bureau’s mission is to provide direction for self-reliance in defence and security needs through research and development.
The director general, while appreciating TETFUND for its support, expressed readiness for further collaboration.
The areas of interest for the bureau include drones and payloads, armoured vehicles and boats, weapons and missiles, ballistic vests and helmets, logistics and ICT.
Defence bureau calls for collaboration with TETFUND