TASBISA, University Sign MoU to Boost Innovation, Research in Taraba

The Taraba State Bio-Entrepreneurship Innovation and Solutions Agency (TASBISA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the leadership of tertiary institutions across the state to strengthen collaboration in research, innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development.

The agreement is expected to deepen cooperation between TASBISA and the institutions in promoting bio-entrepreneurship and developing practical solutions to developmental challenges in Taraba State.

Speaking at the signing ceremony, the Executive Vice Chairman of TASBISA, Mr. Josiah Bitru Habu, described the partnership as a major step toward driving innovation and economic growth in the state.

He noted that the initiative would reshape the future of tertiary institutions and unlock the vast potential of young people across the state.

Also speaking, the Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Dr. Mike Dio, represented by Dr. Sallau Yushau, emphasized the importance of collaboration in addressing development challenges through technology transfer, agricultural bio-solutions, health bio-innovation, and youth enterprise initiatives.

He added that the partnership would create opportunities for research, skills development, innovation, and commercialization of ideas for the benefit of students, researchers, and the wider society.

In his remarks, the Vice-Chancellor of Taraba State University, Professor Paul Sunday Bako, commended Governor Agbu Kefas for establishing and strengthening TASBISA.

He said the initiative reflects the administration’s commitment to advancing science, technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship as key drivers of sustainable development in Taraba State.