THE NIGERIAN COUNCIL FOR SCIENTIFIC AND INDUSTRIAL RESEARCH DECREE, 1966

A Decree establishes a framework for coordinating scientific and industrial research in Nigeria by creating a council to oversee these activities. It targets Nigerian research institutions, the Federal Ministry of Science, and industries that rely on applied research. This aims to fund and advance technological development for industrial growth.

What Is This Policy?

The original 1966 decree establishing Nigeria's science and industrial research coordination framework, the functions of which have been distributed among various current research institutions including NASENI, NAS, and others.

Who Does It Target?

Nigerian scientific research institutions Federal Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation Research scientists and engineers Industries relying on applied research

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Coordinate and fund scientific and industrial research in Nigeria to provide the knowledge base for industrial development and technological advancement.

Key Features

Research Coordination: Established a coordinating body for scientific and industrial research. Funding: Provided government funding for research institutions. Industry Linkage: Aimed to link research outputs to industrial applications. Scientific Infrastructure: Developed research laboratories and testing facilities.

Current Status

Rollout Stage: Superseded — functions now distributed among NASRDA, NASENI, ARCN, and others Coverage: National science research system Beneficiaries: Industrial sector; national development Funding: Federal Government

How to Access

Engage current successor research institutions for relevant activities Application method: Contact NASENI, ARCN, or relevant research bodies.

Important Terms

This Decree's functions are now carried out by multiple successor institutions The research landscape has been restructured multiple times since 1966 Current research policy coordinated by the Federal Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation

Official Resources

Website: https://www.fmst.gov.ng Contact: Federal Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation

Legal Framework

Promulgated under the decree-making powers of the Supreme Military Council. The functions of the NCSR have been redistributed to successor bodies including the National Research Fund under the Science and Technology Act, the National Research Institutes, and the Tertiary Education Trust Fund. The current framework is governed by the Science, Technology, and Innovation Policy and the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) Act.