Nigeria, UNESCO collaborate on bioethics

Abdullahi Mustapha, chairman of the National Bioethics Committee of Nigeria, has emphasised the importance of the collaboration between Nigeria and UNESCO on bioethics.
This partnership aims to uphold ethical standards in Nigeria, ensuring that scientific advancements align with societal values and respect for human rights.
Mr Mustapha, the director-general of the National Biotechnology Research and Development Agency (NBRDA), said this at the opening ceremony of the NBEC training on Monday in Abuja.
He stated that the NBEC served as an advisory body to the government, guiding bioethical challenges in healthcare, biology, and biomedical sciences.
According to him, the initial training of NBEC members by UNESCO is crucial in equipping the committee to fulfil its responsibilities effectively.
“The training will equip us with the necessary tools to address the ethical dilemmas that arise in our rapidly evolving world.
“Additionally, it will strengthen our capacity to provide sound, evidence-based recommendations to the government, institutions, and broader society on bioethics issues,” he said.
Abdourahamane Diallo, UNESCO’s head in Abuja, noted that the training programme was part of UNESCO’s global initiative to empower bioethics committees and ensured that ethical principles remained at the core of decision-making in innovation and research.
Uche Nnaji, Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology emphasised that the NBEC would help promote responsible and ethical conduct, guiding on ethical issues related to biotechnology, agriculture, education, environment, biomedical research, and health.
The minister highlighted the importance of the NBEC in guiding the development of policies, guidelines, and regulations that promote ethical conduct and responsible innovations.
(NAN)
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