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About RMRDC

About Us

The Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC) is a pivotal Nigerian government agency under the Federal Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation. We focus on promoting the development and optimal utilization of Nigeria’s vast industrial raw materials, fostering sustainable industrial growth.

Our Mission

To promote the development and optimal utilisation of Nigeria’s raw materials for sustainable industrial growth and economic development.

Our Vision

To be an indispensable catalyst for Nigeria's industrial growth and development, leveraging the nation's vast raw materials.

Our Mandates
  • Formulate policies on raw materials acquisition, exploitation, and development.
  • Advise the government on raw material conservation and depletion.
  • Recommend appropriate technologies for raw materials utilization.
  • Encourage dissemination of research for local raw material sourcing.
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Why RMRDC?

Why was RMRDC created?

RMRDC Purpose

Economic Downturn

Global economic downturn of the 1980's affected foreign exchange earnings and industrial output among others.

Import Dependency

Industries were heavily dependent on imported raw materials. Dwindling foreign exchange earnings from petroleum were expanded to import raw materials and products.

Workshop Initiative

To address the challenge, IMI, MAN & NISER originated a workshop on industrial matters in July 1983 where recommendations for the establishment of the council were made.

RMRDC Establishment

RMRDC was established by Decree (now Act) 39 of 1987 to promote, support & expedite industrial development & self-reliance through optimal utilization of local raw materials as inputs to industries.

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Our Mandates

The mandates of the Council as listed in the Act are

01

Policy Guidelines

Draw up policy guidelines and action programmes on raw materials acquisition, exploitation and development.

02

Resource Management

Review raw material resources availability and utilization to advise the Federal Government on strategic implications of depletion, conservation or stock-piling of such resources.

03

Technology Adoption

Advise on adoption of machinery and processes for raw materials utilization.

04

Research Promotion

Encourage publicity of research findings and other information relevant to local sourcing of raw materials for industries.

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Our Focus

Ensuring Sustainable Use of Nigeria's Natural Resources

Policy Advisory

We provide expert guidance to the government on raw materials management, including exploitation, stockpiling, and tariff considerations for imports and exports.

Advocacy & Publicity

Through strategic media collaborations, we promote our research findings and initiatives to encourage public engagement and commercialization of innovations.

Cluster Development

We foster entrepreneurship and raw materials processing clusters using the triple helix model, providing shared equipment and infusing innovation into these hubs.

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Latest News

Recent Updates and Announcements

27 April 2025
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RMRDC, NIFOR, and NACOFTAN Partner to Boost Coffee and Tea Value Chain in Taraba State

By Musa Waziri In a strategic move to enhance the coffee and tea value chain in Taraba State and other producing regions across Nigeria, the Raw Materials Research and Development Council...

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27 April 2025
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RMRDC To Collaborate with NABPAN and Marketers Association of Nigeria on Capacity Building

By Oluwaseyi Otitoju, Lilian Enyi The Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC), has expressed the Council’s readiness to collaborate with the National Banana and Plantain...

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26 April 2025
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RMRDC Brings Africa’s Raw Materials to Global Spotlight: A New Dawn for the Continent

By Adaora Adibe As the calendar turns closer to May, the anticipation surrounding a groundbreaking event grows louder across Africa and beyond. The Africa Raw Materials Summit, hosted by...

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Upcoming Events

Join Our Latest Initiatives and Activities

African Raw Materials Summit 2025
Abuja Continental hotel 20 May, 2025

African Raw Materials Summit 2025

The African Raw Materials Summit is an event conceived with the aim of bringing researchers, industrialists, policy makers, investors, government agencies and other relevant stakeholders in the raw...

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Nigeria's Waste management Policy: Implications for materials Recycling
Hybrid(Zoom/ RMRDC HQ) Event Passed

Nigeria's Waste management Policy: Implications for materials Recycling

The Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC) is organizing a live session titled "Nigeria's Waste Management Policy: Implications for Materials Recycling." This event will explore the...

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Our Work

Latest Projects and Publications

DEVELOPMENT OF ALKYD RESIN
DEVELOPMENT OF ALKYD RESIN

Sequel to increasing demand for paints in the country, experts have projected a 5% growth rate which...

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DEVELOPMENT OF PROTOTYPE LEATHER GLAZING MACHINE
DEVELOPMENT OF PROTOTYPE LEATHER GLAZING MACHINE

The Council, in collaboration with a University and Research Institute developed a prototype leather...

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RAPIER WEAVING MACHINE
RAPIER WEAVING MACHINE

 As part of its mandate for upgrade and develop of indigenous technology, an automated rapier w...

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Raw materials import index (rmmxi) sectorial analysis for chemical and pharmaceutical sector 2016-2023

The RMMXI import index is a measure that tracks changes in the prices of imported raw materials over time. It is used to monitor and analyse the price dynamics of raw materials...

Authors: Prof. Nnanyelugo Martin Ike-Muonso.

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Raw materials import index (rmmxi) sectorial analysis for food, beverages and tobacco (2016-2023)

The RMMXI import index is a measure that tracks changes in the prices of imported raw materials over time. It is used to monitor and analyse the price dynamics of raw materials...

Authors: Prof. Nnanyelugo Martin Ike-Muonso.

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Raw materials advisory brief (15 series)

Fish oil is derived from the tissues of fishes, every type of fish contains oil. However, the quantity and composition of the oil varies with the type of fish, the season...

Authors: Prof. Nnanyelugo Martin Ike-Muonso.

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