Influence of Science and Technology Education Research-Driven Economy on the Implementation of Renewed Hope Agenda of the Federal Government of Nigeria

Abstract

Science and technology education research plays a fundamental role in real economic growth and transformation, wealth creation and improvement of quality of life in any nation. Based on this premise this study examines the concept of science and technology education; research driven economy and its role in accelerating the implementation of the Federal Government Renewed Hope Agenda at the different segments of economy such as, healthcare delivery, water supply, environmental management, transportation, security and safety, poverty alleviation, agriculture, rural development, food security, clean and affordable energy and education. The study observed that the gap between developed and underdeveloped countries can largely be attributed to differences in science and technology education, research and development and the difficulty in their application. When properly harnessed, education, research and development synchronously represent a triple helix for advancing the frontiers of sub-national and national development. The study recommends that concrete steps could be taken to create the needed environment for research activities in the country by government. The provision of basic infrastructure and facilities, which goes hand in hand with increased budgetary allocation to the educational sector and research specifically, has become imperative.