*Khalil Suleiman Halilu, Executive Vice-Chairman/CEO of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure, is honoured with the prestigious African Achievers’ Award for outstanding contributions to advancing Africa鈥檚 tech infrastructure, innovation ecosystems, and industrial growth

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Mr. Khalil Suleiman Halilu, Executive Vice-Chairman/Chief Executive Officer (EVC/CEO) of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), has been honoured with the prestigious African Achievers’ Award at the 15th Edition of the ceremony held in the historic House of Lords, UK Parliament.

The award, presented to Halilu July 11, 2025, during an event that brought together royals, global leaders, policymakers, and innovators.

The honour recognised the NASENI EVC/CEO’s outstanding contributions to advancing Africa鈥檚 technological infrastructure, innovation ecosystems, and industrial growth through his leadership at the Nigerian Government’s agency.

Hosted by Baroness Sandip Verma, Chancellor of the University of Roehampton and a respected member of the House of Lords, the ceremony was a powerful global showcase of African excellence and transformative leadership. Mr. Halilu joined a distinguished group of honourees, including public officials, business executives, and philanthropists shaping the future of the continent.

In his remarks, Mr. Halilu emphasised Africa鈥檚 readiness to lead in innovation, manufacturing, and sustainability.

鈥淚t is a great honour to receive this award alongside fellow visionaries committed to Africa鈥檚 future.

“At NASENI, we are bridging the gap between ambition and access, turning ideas into industries, empowering indigenous solutions, and driving forward Nigeria鈥檚 and Africa鈥檚 industrial transformation. Africa is not just rising, it is ready.鈥�

Under his leadership, NASENI has been repositioned as Nigeria鈥檚 leading technology transfer agency, delivering on the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu by enabling local production in critical sectors such as clean energy, agriculture, transportation, and digital infrastructure.

Through strategic partnerships and an Accelerated Technology Transfer & Adaptation Strategy, NASENI is turning Nigeria into a hub for sustainable innovation and industrial self-reliance.

Olusegun Ayeoyenikan, Director of Information, New Media and Protocol at NASENI, stated Halilu extended appreciation to the organisers and supporters of the Awards.

The EVC/CEO of the agency was quoted to have said: 鈥淚 thank the African Achievers Awards team, Baroness Sandip Verma, and all those across the continent and diaspora who continue to champion African solutions.

“This recognition is a motivation to do more and a reminder that the future we seek is one we must build ourselves.鈥�

The African Achievers Awards, in its 15th year, has become one of the most respected platforms spotlighting African leadership and excellence globally.

This year鈥檚 edition included powerful messages from dignitaries such as King Misuzulu kaZwelithini, Queen Olori Atuwatse III, and Dr. Fatou Bensouda, reinforcing the urgency of building a united and future-facing African continent.

The agency further noted Halilu’s award “reflects NASENI鈥檚 growing continental footprint and its mission to deliver homegrown technologies that respond to Africa鈥檚 real challenges, promote sustainable development, and accelerate industrialisation across borders.”

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