Dr. Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh (SAN) Honourable Minister
Welcome to FMIST
The Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology (FMIST) plays a pivotal role in driving Nigeria’s socio-economic development through strategic deployment of science and technology.
Established in 1980, the ministry has undergone several transformations, yet remains steadfast in its mission to enhance the nation’s technological and innovative capacities.
Through collaboration with research institutes, parastatals, and key government agencies, FMIST fosters sustainable development by promoting homegrown innovation while integrating global scientific advancements to ensure Nigeria’s progress on the global stage.
What We Do
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Secure your innovations with FMIST’s patent registration service, protecting your intellectual property and ensuring exclusive rights to your inventions and breakthroughs.
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Fostering early-stage technology ventures, FMIST’s incubation program nurtures startups with resources, mentorship, and infrastructure to accelerate growth and innovation.
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Masters/PGD in Technology MGT.
Advance your career through FMIST’s specialized Masters and PGD programs, blending technology expertise with strategic management for leadership roles in innovation-driven industries.
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Technology Transfer Registration
Facilitate seamless transfer of innovative technologies with FMIST’s registration service, promoting efficient collaboration between inventors, researchers, and industry partners.
Join the Nigerian Institute of Science Laboratory Technology (NISLT) for access to cutting-edge resources, professional development, and networking opportunities in science laboratory technology.
Latest News
FG LAUNCHES AGGRESSIVE SOLARISATION DRIVE, BREAKS GROUND ON SOLAR MINIGRIDS IN KANO
The Federal Government has intensified its push to eliminate energy deficiency in tertiary institutions with the groundbreaking on a 2-Megawatt Solar Minigrid (first of the 3-phase 7MW solar power project) in the Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology (ADUST), Wudil, Kano State. The project, driven under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Solarisation Project …
FIRST LADY SEN OLUREMI TINUBU FLAGS OFF ECoN, HAILS FMIST MINISTER AS NIGERIA IGNITES INNOVATION-TO-WEALTH DRIVE
The First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, today officially launched the Energise Commercialisation Now (ECoN) initiative in Kano, declaring it a bold national movement to convert Nigeria’s vast innovation potential into tangible economic prosperity.
FMIST, SWAP, UNITAID FORGE ALLIANCE ON CLIMATE-SMART HEALTHCARE IN NIGERIA
The Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology (FMIST) has strengthened Nigeria’s drive toward climate-smart healthcare through a high-level engagement with the Nigeria Healthcare Sector-Wide Approach (SWAP) Coordination Office and UNITAID in Abuja, aimed at deepening collaboration and aligning national priorities.