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TECHNOLOGY + AGRICULTURE = THE FUTURE OF FARMING 🌱🚀
Nigeria’s young innovators are harnessing technology to solve real agricultural challenges and reshape the future of farming.
Through the National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI) and its Technology Incubation Centres (TICs), innovators can access technical support, mentorship, facilities and opportunities to transform bold agricultural ideas into practical, impactful solutions.
One inspiring example is Shamsuddeen Jibril, whose agricultural drone innovation earned recognition as a winner at the NextGen Innovation Challenge 2025.
From idea to innovation, NBTI and its TICs are helping young Nigerians turn agricultural dreams into solutions that create impact.
The future of agriculture is innovative. The future is now. 🌾💡
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TINUBU LIGHT INITIATIVE PORTAL NOW LIVE
The National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI) is pleased to announce that the Tinubu Light Initiative (TLI) Portal is now live, providing eligible businesses across Nigeria with access to affordable and sustainable solar energy solutions.
Through the portal, businesses can assess their energy needs, receive suitable solar package recommendations, apply and track their applications digitally.
Business owners are encouraged to visit NBTI WEBSITE: https://t.co/nbWL59YnpA and click on TINUBU LIGHT OR https://t.co/1sVOIfbTJh and take advantage of this opportunity to power their businesses, reduce energy costs and improve productivity.
Thank you.
Dr Kazeem Kolawole RAJI, FCIPM(UK), FPMA(UK)
Director General/ CEO
National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI)
Our Director General Dr. Kazeem Kolawole Raji responding to questions on the impact of the organisation since establishment on the program: "Issues Of The Moment" On the Network Service of Radio Nigeria.
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Ok, I looked into this because sometimes claims that "China invents Y" can be somewhat exaggerated. But this is real, and completely insane.
This technology called "Bone 02" (inspired by the well-known "502 glue" in China) has been developed for the past 9 years by a team of orthopedic surgeons in Zhejiang province. The team leads are Professor Fan Shunwu (范顺武, Director of the Orthopedics Department at Zhejiang University) and Lin Xianfeng (https://t.co/IERBHn5xPa).
It's inspired by oysters because the researchers noticed their extraordinary ability to firmly attach themselves in harsh underwater environment by secreting a special adhesive known as bio-cement, which creates a strong chemical interaction with surfaces and hardens quickly.
The properties of the glue are almost miraculous (sources: https://t.co/Lw5PYmPKeN and https://t.co/16Dxe8TXFZ):
- Nearly instant adhesion in blood-soaked wet physiological environments (it just takes 2-3 minutes)
- Extremely strong adhesive properties (bonding tensile force of over 400 pounds - over 181 kg)
- Complete biodegradability that naturally absorbs after about 6 months as the bone heals (no need for secondary surgery previously required in conventional treatments)
- Vast reduction of infection risks related to the traditional metal plates and screws normally needed for bone surgery
- Minimally invasive and rapid surgery since you just need a small opening large enough to apply the glue (as opposed to a complex surgery attaching metal fixations)
This glue could be especially useful for fractures with small bone fragments which are very difficult to fix with metal plates and screws.
The glue has already undergone a proper "prospective, multicenter, blinded, randomized, parallel-controlled, non-inferiority clinical trial" with over 150 patients (https://t.co/4dy4hsPxD0). They've announced positive results - the glue "achieved seamless bonding of all fracture fragments" - and will soon publish the peer-reviewed paper in an orthopedics journal detailing full trial data.
They've launched a company for the product called 源囊生物 (Yuannang Bio) which just raised 2 weeks ago RMB100 million in Series A financing (https://t.co/XrBZAa2Gx0).
SPOTLIGHT OF A RARE GEM: Dr. KK Raji
As one of the proud beneficiaries of the NextGen Innovation Challenge, I am thrilled by the transparency of the selection process, the uniqueness of its implementation, and the astuteness of its execution under the exceptional leadership of Dr. KK Raji.
This is not just a program, it is a national movement reshaping the future of innovation in Nigeria. Dr. Raji’s rare blend of vision, integrity, and strategic excellence is giving innovators like me a platform to shine globally while building solutions that matter locally.
Indeed, he is a rare gem in Nigeria’s journey toward industrial renewal and inclusive prosperity.
Joel Eze
FORGING AFRICA’S INDUSTRIAL FUTURE: NBTI, PAOSMI PARTNER TO POWER SME REVOLUTION UNDER PRESIDENT TINUBU’S RENEWED HOPE AGENDA.
In a bold stride toward reshaping Africa’s industrial destiny, the National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI) and the Pan-African Organisation for Small and Medium Industries (PAOSMI) have formally initiated a groundbreaking collaboration to advance the empowerment of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and accelerate continental industrialization.
The high-level engagement, held at NBTI Headquarters in Abuja, marks a significant milestone in the implementation of Nigeria’s Renewed Hope Agenda under the transformative leadership of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, whose economic vision and Nigeria First Policy are redefining national development through innovation, technology commercialization, and Pan-African economic synergy.
Welcoming the PAOSMI delegation, Dr. Kazeem Kolawole Raji, Director-General/CEO of NBTI, affirmed that the partnership represents a strategic alignment with the Board’s core mandate—to drive homegrown technological innovation, incubate viable enterprises, and translate research and development (R&D) into commercial success stories.
Dr. Raji praised the visionary policies of President Tinubu, whose bold reforms and global economic diplomacy—including Nigeria’s participation in the BRICS Economic Alliance and leadership within Pan-African development frameworks—are providing fertile ground for industrial growth, job creation, and economic inclusivity. “Under President Tinubu’s transformative leadership, Nigeria has entered a new era of technological awakening, industrial ambition, and global relevance,” Dr. Raji declared.
Dr. Henry Emejuo, DG/CEO of PAOSMI, commended Dr. Raji for his disruptive innovation strategies and his visionary stewardship since his appointment in January 2025 by President Tinubu. He emphasized that PAOSMI’s mission to industrialize Africa through SME development mirrors NBTI’s work, making this partnership not only timely but historically essential.
With over 64 affiliate networks across 40 African and Caribbean countries, PAOSMI is spearheading industrial development across 16 sectors, leveraging 17 technical commissions to support SMEs through access to harmonized African standards, capacity building, and enterprise support—especially within the framework of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
Highlighting the cassava value chain as a catalytic sector for agro-industrial transformation, Dr. Emejuo called for deeper integration with NBTI to close skill gaps, increase technology adoption, and mobilize funding pathways for SMEs—thereby unlocking Africa’s full industrial potential.
Dr. Raji echoed this sentiment, stating that “Made-in-Nigeria must mean made-to-compete globally.” He affirmed NBTI’s commitment to excellence in product quality, packaging, and branding, revealing that the Board supports over 10,000 SME products nationwide and is currently reengineering its incubation centres for full-scale automation, with strategic international investment support, including from Chinese partners.
Emphasizing the strategic relevance of President Tinubu’s Nigeria First Policy, Dr. Raji noted that it provides an unparalleled platform for local manufacturers to thrive, innovate, and scale.
To address critical post-incubation challenges, he appealed to the Federal Government for the establishment of advanced technology parks across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones—designed to host post-incubatees, boost employment, and enhance national productivity.
In a moment of significant pride, Dr. Raji announced the upcoming grand finale of the NextGen Innovation Challenge 2025, where 105 breakthrough Nigerian innovators will pitch to global investors in London on October 9, 2025.
DR. K K RAJI: A QUINTESSENTIAL LEADER AND A STERLING PUBLIC SERVANT WITH TOP NOTCH ZEAL
Dr. Kazeem Kolawole Raji is the quintessential leader, embodying innovation, entrepreneurship, and visionary thinking. As DG/CEO of NBTI, he seamlessly blends strategic vision, innovative thinking, and exceptional execution. He's a catalyst for change, inspiring and motivating others to achieve their full potentials.
Dr. Raji's passion for innovation and entrepreneurship is contagious, and his leadership has become a benchmark for others. He's a true pioneer, shaping the future of innovation and entrepreneurship. His legacy will continue to inspire and motivate others, leaving a lasting impact for generations to come.
Sir, your down to earth interest/initiative of securing 4% development levy for NBTI is highly applauded by your staff, and this has given you a wonderful glimmer in this organization.
The successful launching of the Nextgen Innovation Challenge Competition 2025 has proved to the world of your capability to venture beyond expectations and expand the horizon full of abundant opportunities.
The impending visit of the Chinese Investment Partners to our various Technology Incubation Centres is earning you the most prestigious accolades, considering the excellent touches of China in perfecting state of the art technologies, creativities and innovations in the globe today.
Only few days ago, our visionary leader made a giant stride of empowering 50,000 startups and creating one million job opportunities under a robust collaboration with Nigeria Governors' Forum (NGF).
This will undoubtedly boost the Nigerian economy.
Ever since your inception about six months ago to date, NBTI has been in strategic partnership/ collaboration/ synergy/networking with other sister agencies, NGOs, all for the purposes of impacting businesses and improving innovations.
All these commendable initiatives of Dr. Raji are geared towards promoting the Renewed Hope Agenda of Mr. President, harness a vibrant innovative ideas, revamp the ailing economy, create wealth, generate employment opportunities and enhance self reliance in the fast growing population of Nigeria.
The dynamic DG is using his visionary traits to bring to the fore, the untapped fortunes of NBTI, which of course, have started yielding positive impact on entrepreneurship development, economic growth, technological competitiveness, wealth and job creation for the unemployed teeming youths.
I bet you, Nigeria is at the brink/verge of becoming a technological advanced country in the nearest future, moreover, being a member of the G7 industrial giants.
Dr. KK Raji can be described as a gentleman with multifaceted experiences and talents in executing diligently, numerous tasks assigned to him.
Sir, you are indeed an unsung hero of our time as far as technology Incubation programme is concerned.
The tremendous feat recorded by Dr. KK Raji wouldn't have been possible without the dedication, support of the management team.
The NBTI management team is indeed the nucleus of productivity that can be reckoned with in administrative excellence, planning strategies, financial transparency, competency in commercial responsibilities, auditing excellently and active legal perfection.
Under the effective supervision of Dr. K K Raji, NBTI zonal offices, serve as the mainstay of administering policies and playing pivotal roles in the executions of meaningful visions, missions, aims and objectives of the organization.
The Centre Managers are also playing critical roles in shaping the future of Incubation programme in the country through proper coordination of entrepreneurs and availing them with up to date skills of managing their enterprises/firms, their contributions can never be over emphasized.
To the staff at large, your day to day contribution towards the commercialization of the results of research and development is yielding positive outcomes.