By Ambrose Nnaji
The Nigeria–China Strategic Partnership (NCSP) and the Presidential Implementation Committee on Technology Transfer (PICTT) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at deepening collaboration in technology transfer, industrial development, and strategic investment facilitation.
The ceremony was attended by the NCSP Director-General, PICTT Chairman Dahiru Mohammed, and the Special Adviser to the President on Industry, Trade and Investment, John Uwajumogu, along with senior delegations from both organisations.
In his remarks, Mohammed said the MoU represented a significant milestone that aligns with Nigeria’s drive for industrialisation and stronger local content capacity. He stressed that while the signing is important, the true value of the agreement lies in its immediate and coordinated implementation.
Uwajumogu emphasised China’s position as Nigeria’s largest trading partner and underscored the importance of structured frameworks to attract high-value investments capable of driving job creation and boosting industrial output.
Also speaking, Judy Melifonwu, NCSP’s Head of International Relations, said the MoU would open doors to advanced Chinese technology, increased STEM-focused scholarships, expanded technical training, and improved channels for identifying strategic investment opportunities. She added that the collaboration would also support sectors such as steel development, agriculture, automotive industrial parks, and cultural–industrial initiatives.
The Director-General of NCSP reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to measurable outcomes, noting that both institutions share a vision anchored in expertise, accountability, and national impact. He highlighted the need for clear indicators and monitoring systems to ensure the partnership delivers tangible benefits for the country.
The MoU marks the beginning of a more deliberate and coordinated phase of Nigeria–China cooperation—one focused on technology delivery, local content growth, and sustainable industrial development.
