
19/09/2025
AMTDI Jalingo Delegation Meets with Honourable Minister of State for Regional Development
In his continued drive to support the Renewed Hope agenda of the Federal Government, embodying the spirit of the 3Cs and revenue generation priorities of the parent agency, the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), the Overseeing Officer of the Advanced Manufacturing Technology Development Institute (AMTDI) Jalingo, Mr. Abdulrahman Barkindo, has been actively marketing the institute to industries, ministries, departments, and agencies of government.
Today, September 19, 2025, the Honourable Minister of State for Regional Development, His Excellency Uba Maigari Ahmadu, hosted the institute's delegation in his office. The delegation was ably led by the Overseeing Officer, Mr. Barkindo.
Mr. Barkindo briefed the Minister on the purpose of the visit and highlighted the importance and benefits that collaboration between the two entities would bring to the Nigerian people.
In his welcoming remarks, the Honourable Minister outlined the responsibilities of the Ministry and the commissions responsible for implementing its policies. He emphasized that agricultural development, economic diversification, skills acquisition, and employment initiatives are key focuses of the Ministry to reduce the number of idle youths in the northern states under his supervision. He expressed gladness that these align with the strengths of AMTDI and NASENI as a whole.
The Minister further acknowledged the institute's activities and assured the delegation of his commitment to maximizing the benefits of this collaborative effort to reduce unemployment rates in our communities, drive economic growth and diversification, and stem the tide of insecurity.
The Honourable Minister concluded by expressing optimism for a lasting collaboration, noting that it is essential for the effective implementation of the Ministry's policies and initiatives.
Signed:
Olajuwon Akeem adeleke
INMP