Victor Salami
Mr. Khalil Halilu, the newly appointed Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has assertively stated that it is a new dawn for the agency during his tenure.
Halilu stated this Monday, as he began receiving operational briefings from the agency’s management and senior staff.
In a press statement by the Director, Information of the agency Segun Ayeoyenikan the EVC NASENI reiterated that under his watch, NASENI will run an open-door system that welcomes ideas and suggestions.
Halilu who was appointed as EVC/CEO of NASENI by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on September 2nd, 2023 charged the management team to be ready to work hard and smart in line with the new course being charted for the agency.
He further added that during his time, the agency will run an open-door system whereby all ideas and suggestions are welcome.
He also stated that “We will learn from all mistakes of the past, and make adjustments that will be included in our strategic plans for the future. We are not here to witch-hunt anyone or live in the past”.
During his maiden management meeting after he assumed office, the EVC/CEO had requested for preparation of detailed briefing notes for presentation by the management team and senior staff upon request.
The briefings which have already begun will be followed by a visit to various NASENI institutes and facilities across the country in the weeks to come.
He highlighted his major objectives amongst others to include making sure the agency plays a pivotal role in ensuring technology transfer to Nigeria from around the world, coupled with achieving successful commercialization of NASENI’s research and innovation.
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