Official website of the Ministry of Science and Technology
We are committed with the responsibility of facilitating the development of Science and Technology to enhance the pace of Socioeconomic development of Edo State.
Our Vision
To create a digitally skilled Edo workforce and innovators producing world-class products and services to improve quality of life, grow and transform the economy of the State
Our Mission
To promote Social-Economic Development in Edo State through the application of science and technology to create value and prosperity for all
Core Values
Our Objectives
- Liaise with relevant Federal Government Parastatals, State Ministries, and Agencies for the advancement of the digital economy in the State.
- Coordinate the implementation of the National Digital Economy Policy and Strategy (NDEPS) and adoption of the National Science, Technology and Innovation Roadmap 2030 (NSTIR: 2030) Initiative of the Federal Ministry of Science & Technology
- Promote STEM Initiative in the State and accelerate digital inclusion in collaboration with relevant MDAs
- Maintain and implement a Science and Technology agenda for the State
- Create a robust digital ecosystem that fosters innovation by supporting Innovative Driven Enterprises (IDEs) and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)
- Coordinate Research and Development
- Coordinate the activities of Technology hubs in the State
- Coordinate relationships with National and Foreign Science and Technology Institutions
- Supervise the teaching of Science and Technology in schools in collaboration with the Ministry of Education
- Collaborate with Ministry of Education and relevant agencies to produce a pool of Nigerians with digital skills validated by globally recognized certifications
- Increase the patronage of indigenous digital startups and promote technology usage in various sectors of the economy
Our Objectives
- Liaise with relevant Federal Government Parastatals, State Ministries, and Agencies for the advancement of the digital economy in the State.
- Coordinate the implementation of the National Digital Economy Policy and Strategy (NDEPS) and adoption of the National Science, Technology and Innovation Roadmap 2030 (NSTIR: 2030) Initiative of the Federal Ministry of Science & Technology
- Promote STEM Initiative in the State and accelerate digital inclusion in collaboration with relevant MDAs
- Maintain and implement a Science and Technology agenda for the State
- Create a robust digital ecosystem that fosters innovation by supporting Innovative Driven Enterprises (IDEs) and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)
- Coordinate Research and Development
- Coordinate the activities of Technology hubs in the State
- Coordinate relationships with National and Foreign Science and Technology Institutions
- Supervise the teaching of Science and Technology in schools in collaboration with the Ministry of Education
- Collaborate with Ministry of Education and relevant agencies to produce a pool of Nigerians with digital skills validated by globally recognized certifications
- Increase the patronage of indigenous digital startups and promote technology usage in various sectors of the economy
Key Functions
Maintain and implement the Science and Technology agenda for the State
Coordinate Research and define policies to expand digital economy development and growth
Collaborate with Ministry of Education on Technical, Vocational Education and Training (TVET)
Provide robust digital platforms to drive the digital economy and coordinate the activities of Technology Hubs in the State
Supervise the teaching of Science and Technology in schools in collaboration with the Ministry of Education
Create a robust digital ecosystem that fosters innovation by supporting Innovative Driven Enterprises (IDEs) and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)
Promote Science, Technology Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) initiative in the State and collaborate with relevant institutions
Increase the patronage of indigenous digital startups and organise Annual Science & Technology Fairs & Exhibition
Promote Technology use in various sectors of the economy
Coordinate the implementation of the National Digital Economy Policy and Strategy (NDEPS) and adoption of National Science, Technology and Innovation Roadmap 2030 (NSTIR: 2030) Initiative of the Federal Ministry of Science & Technology
Drive strategies to transform the state into a digital hub for science, technology, & innovation and global outsourcing destination for digital jobs