National Research Institute For Chemical Technology

DG/CEO NARICT Honoured by DYAN as “Icon of Visionary Leadership"

The Director-General/CEO of the National Research Institute for Chemical Technology (NARICT) has been honoured with an Award of Excellence as an Icon of Visionary Leadership and Institutional Development by the Democratic Youth Assembly of Nigeria (DYAN) during a courtesy visit on 16th March 2026.

Led by Ambassador Bashir Nasiru Garki (BMLS), the DYAN delegation commended the DG’s impactful leadership in repositioning NARICT despite limited resources. The Assembly highlighted its nationwide youth empowerment efforts, including collaborations with NDLEA, support for over 10,000 Almajiri children, and sponsorship of 500 JAMB registrations.

DYAN also identified NARICT as a key partner in advancing youth-focused innovation and entrepreneurship, with both parties expressing readiness for collaboration.

The DG, who was also inducted into DYAN’s Hall of Fame as a Patron, appreciated the honour and reaffirmed his commitment to youth development through technology, innovation, and capacity building.

The event concluded with goodwill messages, a vote of thanks, and a group photograph.

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NARICT PR TEAM