Minister Udeh to Address COREN Assembly on July 14, 2026

Dr. Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh, the Minister of Science and Technology, received a delegation from the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN), led by its President, Engr. Prof. Sadiq Zubair Abubakar, during a courtesy visit to his office in Abuja. Dr. Udeh reaffirmed the Federal Government's commitment to leveraging engineering as a critical driver of innovation and industrialization, which is essential for sustainable economic growth.

He emphasized the importance of strengthening collaboration with COREN to advance research, commercialize technology, and develop indigenous innovations that enhance the global competitiveness of Nigeria's engineering workforce. The minister commended COREN for its unwavering commitment to promoting professional excellence and ethical standards within the engineering profession.

He expressed anticipation for deeper collaboration through strategic initiatives and joint programs that will strengthen Nigeria's science, technology, and innovation ecosystem. Dr. Udeh is scheduled to be a guest speaker at the 34th Engineering Assembly, set to commence on July 14, 2026, in Abuja.