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PRODUCTION OF SODIUM SILICATE FROM RICE HUSK ASH (RHA) AND OTHER CROP RESIDUE/ WASTES
This project aims to recover silica and other valuable bio-based materials from Rice Husk Ash (RHA) generated in selected rice mills. The recovered materials are being utilized for the production of sodium silicate, supporting local material substitution...
October 2025
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DEVELOPMENT AND INTEGRATION OF THE DATABASE ON RAW MATERIALS COMMODITY PRICE INDEX INTO THE NRMIMS
This project involves designing, developing, and embedding a comprehensive database that tracks and analyses price trends of key raw materials across Nigeria and global markets. The system aims to provide real-time, evidence-based data to support...
January 2025
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DEVELOPMENT OF DATABASE ON SYSTEM OF ADMINISTRATIVE STATISTICS (SAS)
The System of Administrative Statistics (SAS) is a centralized platform for capturing, analysing and reporting Council’s internal administrative, operations, Research process/outcomes and other relevant data. It supports automation of routine reporting,...
January 2025
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MAINTENANCE OF PATENTS VALIDITY
Sustaining RMRDC’s Patents validity through annuity renewals. 90% completed —annuities for 40 Patents remitted to Patents Registry, Federal Ministry of Industry Trade and Investment (FMITI). 10 renewal certificates issued by Patents Registry...
May 2025
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DEVELOPMENT OF POLYESTER FIBRES/YARNS FOR THE NIGERIAN TEXTILE INDUSTRIES
A phased project for local production of polyester chips, yarns, and fabrics to reduce importation of synthetic fibres. The first phase involves installation and operation of a polymerization reactor in collaboration with ABU Zaria’s Department...
January 2023
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DEVELOPMENT OF MELT-BLOWN MACHINE FOR PRODUCTION OF NON-WOVEN FABRIC
Promotion of local production of non-woven fabrics used in medical and industrial applications (e.g., PPEs, filtration materials) through establishment of a melt-blown production machine to strengthen self-sufficiency and reduce import reliance.
February 2020
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DEVELOPMENT AND PRODUCTION OF FODDER FROM INDIGENOUS PLANT SPECIES FOR LIVESTOCK INDUSTRY
Establishment of a pilot-scale system for developing and processing nutritious fodder from selected indigenous plant species to support the livestock industry and operationalize the Federal Government’s ranching initiative.
January 2025
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NATIONAL CAMPAIGN AGAINST CONSUMPTION OF HIDE AND SKIN (PONMO) IN NIGERIA
A national advocacy and public enlightenment project aimed at discouraging the consumption of hides and skins (Ponmo) to increase their availability for the tanning and leather industries.
January 2025
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PRODUCTION OF BIODEGRADABLE PLASTICS FROM AGRICULTURAL (PLANT) RESIDUES
Development of sustainable, eco-friendly biodegradable plastics using locally available agricultural residues to minimize dependence on imported synthetic plastics and petrochemical-based raw materials.
August 2025
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FABRICATION OF JIGS AND FIXTURES FOR MANUFACTURING OF SMALL-SCALE HAMMER MILLS FOR AGRO RAW MATERIALS PROCESSING
In alignment with the Council’s mandate to promote industrialization, value addition, and efficient utilization of Nigeria’s raw materials, the Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC) initiated the design and fabrication of...
October 2025
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CAPACITY BUILDING ON INNOVATIVE STRATEGIES FOR HAZARDOUS MATERIALS AND RESOURCE RECOVERY IN NEXT-GENERATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
In line with the Council’s mandate to promote sustainable industrial development and the efficient utilization of Nigeria’s raw materials, the Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC) implemented a capacity-building workshop...
October 2025
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OPTIMIZATION OF ARTEMISIA TEA PILOT PLANT
In pursuit of its mandate to promote value addition, import substitution, and industrial utilization of Nigeria’s raw materials, the Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC) initiated the Optimization of the Artemisia Tea Pilot Plant...
October 2025
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FMST SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION EXPOSITION SERIES: A HISTORY OF AWARDS FOR RMRDC HMST, Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu presents a plaque to DG/CEO, RMRDC,Prof Hussaini Doko Ibrahimat FMST Science, Technolo...