Students from the polytechnics, Monotechnics and Innovation Enterprise Institutions (IEIs) have displayed the creativity and innovations at the 2025 annual exhibition of creativity and innovation.
The exhibition, organised by the Federal Ministry of Education through the Polytechnic Education and Allied Institutions Department of the Ministry in Abuja is to support research.
The Minister of State for Education, Prof. Suwaiba Ahmad, who visited the exhibition ground, expressed satisfaction with the products that have come out of the Polytechnics and allied institutions, promising more support for improved research.
Represented by the Director, College Education, Dr Uche Uba, said the Ministry recognizes the crucial role creativity and innovation play in the economic development of any nanation, hence the need for the support.
“It is imperative that we, as a nation, embrace these changes by fostering a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and technical excellence among our youth.
“This annual exhibition serves as a platform to showcase the remarkable ingenuity of students from polytechnics, monotechnics, and IEls across Nigeria.
“It provides an opportunity to display groundbreaking ideas, pioneering inventions, and practical solutions to contemporary challenges.
“Through this event, we reaffirm our commitment to equipping our young minds with the skills necessary to compete in a globalized economy,” she said.
She said the Federal Ministry of Education, in collaboration with relevant agencies and stakeholders, remain steadfast in its support for technical and vocational education.
“We will continue to implement policies aimed at strengthening research, development, and innovation within our institutions.
“We are determined to bridge the gap between academia and industry, ensuring that the skills imparted to our students align with the demands of the labour market,” she added.
In his remarks, the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr Sani Gwarzo, explained that the role of polytechnic education in national development cannot be overemphasised as they serve as incubators for technical skills, vocational expertise.
Gwarzo, represented by Dr Saheed Yusuf in the ministry said polytechnic education also provides solutions that contribute immensely to the country’s industrial and technological growth.
Meanwhile, Dr Ejeh Usman, the Director, Polytechnic Education and Allied Institutions Department, Federal Ministry of Education, disclosed that seven Federal Polytechnics and other IEIs are participating in the exhibition with 82 different projects.
The institutions include; Federal Polytechnic, Nekede, Owerri, 13 projects; Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro, Ogun State, 14 projects; Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Anambra State, 10 projects; Federal Polytechnic, Nasarawa, 1 project; Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi, 3 projects; Auchi Polytechnic, Edo State, 20 projects; Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic, Uwana, Ebonyi State, 1 project.
The projects, however, include fabrication, manufacturing and production of essential goods and services using local raw materials that can improve daily needs and positively contribute to the growth and economic wellbeing of the country.
