By Atoyebi Nike
Nigeria has begun updating its National Biotechnology Policy as the National Biotechnology Research and Development Agency hosts a two-day review workshop in Abuja.
The event, running from December 8 to 9, brings together officials and experts to align the 2025 policy with global scientific trends.
Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology Dr. Kinsley Udeh said the policy must be adaptable and forward-looking. He urged stronger research investment, improved laboratories and a reliable regulatory system.
Director General Abdullahi Mustapha noted that the current policy, approved in 2001, must now reflect advances in genomics, synthetic biology, gene editing, bio-manufacturing and climate-smart technologies.
Sessions on methodology, harmonization and priority areas continued through day one, guided by the goal of strengthening Nigeria’s bioeconomy and enhancing national innovation capacity.
