Public/Private Partnership breeds stronger ties and improves world standards in boosting the economy and upgrading Research and Development (R&D) in the country. This was stated by the DG/CEO of the Nigerian Building and Road Research Institute, Engr. Prof. Samson Duna on Tuesday 16th August 2022 at the Administrative Headquarters of Julius Berger Nigeria PLC in Abuja.
The collaboration between the Nigerian Building and Road Research Institute (NBRRI) and RITVALUE Consultants Ltd is one of a special kind that seeks intervention in improving the country’s R&Ds, practicalizing research findings, and adopting a standard process of capacity building to improve the workforce and craftsmanship in the construction industry.
This collaboration is taking a dimension of incorporating other notable construction industries to have a solid base and a viable construction environment that will provide a world standard infrastructure on the Road and Build an environment of the country.
Introducing the purpose behind the collaboration between NBRRI and RITVALUE, Prof. Duna explained the extent in which both organizations have gone in addressing issues concerning construction in general in the country and the achievements attained so far through the collaboration. Prof. Duna also stated that the visit will not end at Julius Berger Nig. PLC, but there are outlined visits of this magnitude to be made to the German, Chinese, and other Embassies that have top-notch construction companies in Nigeria.
Explaining the purpose of the visit to the delegations of Julius Berger PLC, the President/MD of RITVALUE Consultants Ltd, Dr. Raimi Taofiq expressed joy and confidence in the outcome of various construction projects undertaken by Julius Berger in the country. He stated that Julius Berger has no rival in the delivery of the best quality and standard infrastructures that will stand the test of time. Explaining further, Dr. Raimi stated that the visit is to bring to the notice of Julius Berger Nig PLC the level of progress NBRRI and RITVALUE Consultants have achieved through this collaboration and to present the next line of action. He went on to present a 7-point action plan and seeks for the involvement and support of Julius Berger Nig. PLC to actualize these plans;
a. Sponsorship and support in research works
b. Having a special magazine for publishing of activities by construction industries quarterly
c. Organizing a special Television/Radio programme appearance monthly which will feature top personalities in the construction sector.
d. Organizing training/capacity building for Managements and Executives in NBRRI/RITVALUE including overseas training.
e. Capacity building/training for staff and professionals in NBRRI/RITVALUE
f. To incorporate both organizations in research programs regularly
g. To assist in Administrative and logistic running.
Appreciating the visit, the Project Coordinator/Region Central and North of Julius Berger Nig. PLC, Engr. Dr. Ismaila Mohammed Amodu stated that NBRRI is one of government’s agencies that has distinguished itself with its research works. He explained that the success story of Julius Berger has links with the results from NBRRI’s research works. Explaining further, he emphasized the fact that the collaboration between NBRRI and RITVALUE is one that Julius Berger will never take for granted because these are two solid bodies with reputable standings in the country in area of research and construction.
Engr. Dr. Ismaila finalized by advising that the areas in which the collaboration will want the support of Julius Berger should be outlined as a formal request and send to the top management of the company.