Minister Of Budget and Economic Planning Advocates For Enhanced Geospatial Data Infrastructure

Minister Of Budget and Economic Planning Advocates For Enhanced Geospatial Data Infrastructure

The Honourable Minister for Budget and Economic Planning, Sen. Abubakar Atiku Bagudu (CON), advocated for enhanced Geospatial Data Infrastructure during his participation in the National Geospatial Data Infrastructure (NGDI) Workshop. The event, focused on reviewing and harmonizing the National Geo-Information Policy alongside the proposed National Geospatial Data Infrastructure Bill, provided a crucial platform for discussions on advancing data utilization and technological progress.

In his goodwill message, Sen. Bagudu underscored the Budget and Economic Planning Ministry’s commitment to recognizing the pivotal role of innovative data utilization in fostering access and driving technological advancements across various sectors. He emphasized the global trend of sharing resources, ideas, and information, particularly in science, research, and innovation, highlighting its potential to propel progress and enhance decision-making processes.

Acknowledging the increasing prevalence of geospatial information in daily life, the Honourable Minister pointed out the predominant reliance on datasets determined by external sources. To address developmental needs, security challenges, and climate issues, he stressed the imperative of domestically generating comprehensive geospatial data.

The Minister highlighted the primary challenge of fostering cooperation among stakeholders within the geospatial ecosystem to facilitate the creation and utilization of indigenous data resources. He emphasized the importance of integration and innovation in addressing technological issues, enhancing access, and improving interfacing capabilities.

In conclusion, Honourable Minister Bagudu reaffirmed his commitment to leveraging resources and fostering innovation to drive national growth and development. He expressed confidence that the concerted efforts towards enhancing geospatial data infrastructure will contribute significantly to the nation’s progress and prosperity.