A former Director of the Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC), Dr Nandom Abu has been appointed as the Director of the Materials Development Institute (MDI) Keffi, Nassarawa State.
The Materials Development Institute (MDI) is a collaborative initiative of the Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC) Abuja and Nasarawa State University Keffi (NSUK).
Its focus is on addressing Nigeria-specific challenges and opportunities related to raw materials, creating a knowledge base that will shape national policies and contribute to the country’s industrial development.
It was created to offer cutting-edge research programs in raw materials development, processing, and utilization and provide high-quality postgraduate programs, including Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master of Science (MSc), and PhD degrees.
The Institute was created with the following objectives:•
Promote the efficient use of raw materials and reduce dependence on imports •
Develop local expertise in raw materials economics and management •
Support industries in optimizing resource utilization and reducing waste • Contribute to the country’s economic growth and sustainable development•