Kwara Polytechnic Rector Calls for Innovation in Solving National Challenges at Tech Conference
Abdul Jimoh Mohammed, Rector of Kwara State Polytechnic, has reaffirmed the institution's commitment to driving innovation and technological solutions to Nigeria's socio-economic and security challenges.
The pledge was made during the opening of an international conference hosted by the Polytechnic's Institute of Technology at its main campus on Wednesday. The event, themed "Leveraging Technology for National Progress" , brought together scholars, engineers, and stakeholders to explore ideas for sustainable development.
Speaking through Deputy Rector (Administration) Felicia Olabisi Awolola, Mr. Mohammed urged participants to engage in rigorous discussions, share expertise, and brainstorm unconventional strategies to address national issues.
In her lead paper, titled "Engineering and Technology: Solutions for National Security, Economic and Infrastructural Development," Prof. Olubunmi Mokuolu highlighted the devastating impact of insecurity, noting that over 2.2 million Nigerians were displaced in 2024 due to activities of Boko Haram and other illegal groups.
She criticized Nigeria's overreliance on oil revenue, describing it as a vulnerability amid global market fluctuations.
Prof. Mokuolu advocated for the integration of innovative technologies, including drone surveillance, AI-powered security systems, renewable energy, smart infrastructure, and digital transformation, as critical tools to address national security, economic growth, and infrastructural deficits.
She stressed that these advancements could unlock Nigeria's potential and foster sustainable development.
The conference featured various paper presentations and discussions focused on harnessing engineering and technology to tackle Nigeria's challenges.
The event underscores Kwara State Polytechnic dedication to driving innovation and fostering collaborative solutions for national progress.
Cloud Tag: What's trending
Click on a word/phrase to read more about it.
Moses Salami Segun Abifarin Yekini Adio Abdulrauf Aliyu Oke-Ero Abdulrazaq Adebayo TESCOM 2025 NTA Ilorin IPSAS AbdulGafar Tosho Toyin Abdullahi Muhammad-Mustapha Suleiman Sheikh Hamzat Yusuf Ariyibi Saadatu Modibbo-Kawu Alimi Abdulrazaq Oladimeji Thompson Abegunde Goke Ayegbeni Ali Ahmad Matthew Babaoye Senate Presidency Abdulrahman Iliasu Yakubu Shaaba Share-Tsaragi Damilola Yusuf Elekoyangan Gbenga Olawepo Aliyu Umar Jamiu Oyawoye Bureau Of Lands Suleiman Yahya Alapansapa Michael Imoudu National Institute For Labour Studies Magaji Are Opaleke Bukola Iyabo Kisira Harrison Osauwagboe Bareke Hussein Oloyede Aliyu Sabi Esuwoye Saduki Lafiagi Arandun Yahaya Seriki Olohungbebe Yusuf Lawal Assayomo Sanusi Abubakar SSA Youth Engagement Ishaq Abdulkarim Coalition Of Kwara North Groups Okasanmi Ajayi Hassan Taiye Salam Muslim Media Watch Group Of Nigeria John Kehinde Salako Marafan Shonga Col. Adedipe Oba Abdulkadir La\'aro Babata Halimat Yusuf Laolu Saraki FERMA Mohammed Kamaludeen Olatunde Oyeyiola Isaac Gbenle Mohammed Tunde-Jimoh AbdulRazaq AbduMajeed Alaro Abdulhakeem Amao Saliu Ajia Nigerian Supreme Council For Islamic Affairs Sambo Murtala Rice Farmers Association Of Nigeria Bello Taoheed Abubakar Magaji Nda Special Agro-industrial Processing Zone Doyin Agbamu Susan Modupe Oluwole Code Of Conduct Tribunal

