About Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC)
The Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC) is a key agency of the Federal Government of Nigeria, operating under the auspices of the Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology. Established in 1987 by Decree No. 39 (now Act 28 of 2022), the Council is headquartered in Abuja and maintains offices in all 36 state capitals, including the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
RMRDC is mandated to promote the development and efficient utilisation of Nigeria’s raw materials to drive sustainable industrial growth and national economic development.
The Council is currently led by Prof. Nnanyelugo M Ike-Muonso, who serves as the Director-General/Chief Executive Officer, steering RMRDC's strategic direction and operations.
Vision and Mission
- Vision: To be an indispensable catalyst for industrial growth and development in Nigeria.
- Mission: To promote the development and optimal utilization of Nigeria’s raw materials for sustainable industrial growth.
Mandates
- Undertake measures to ensure the systematic exploitation, development and utilisation of Nigeria’s raw material resources.
- Encourage publicity of research findings and other information relevant to local sourcing of raw materials.
- Encourage growth of in-plant research and development capabilities.
- Advise on and devise awards or reward systems for industries that achieve any breakthrough or make innovations and inventions.
- Organise workshops, symposia and seminars designed to enlighten the public on new development and solutions discovered.
- Consider and advise on special research grants for specific objectives.
- Undertake research and development on local raw materials for utilization by industries.
- Liaise with relevant regulatory agencies for the standardization of raw materials to meet industrial specification.
- Promote Nigeria’s competiveness in raw materials and products development.
- Establish raw materials analysis and certification laboratories for use by industries.
- Consider and advise on any other issue capable of enhancing the objectives of the Council.
Core Programmes
- Raw Materials Information System
- Local Raw Materials Content Development
- National Raw Materials Research and Development
- Investment Promotion
- Technology Development
- Raw Materials SME Development
Contact Details
- Hqtrs: No 17, Aguiyi Ironsi Street, Maitama District, FCT, Abuja
- Lagos Office: Plots 13/14 Victoria Arobieke Street, off Admiralty Way, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
- Phone: +234 803 314 8722, +234 805 595 4803
- Email: dg@rmrdc.gov.ng
- Website: www.rmrdc.gov.ng
Our Official Partners
We are thrilled to join forces with an exceptional lineup of partners whose support elevates this exhibition. Their passion for advancing technology and fostering collaboration is shaping the future of Nigeria’s manufacturing and raw materials industries.
