Call for Papers: Sustainable Industrialization & Raw Materials Management in Nigeria
The Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC) is officially inviting scholars, industry experts, policymakers, and practitioners to contribute to its upcoming prestigious Lecture Series.
As the global economy becomes increasingly interconnected, the ability of Nigerian firms to leverage local resources is more critical than ever. This series seeks to explore innovative strategies for driving industrial growth and fostering economic resilience.
🌟 Exclusive Opportunity
Selected contributors will have the opportunity to **publish in a DOAJ Indexed Journal free of cost.**
📝 Main Theme
:Effective Industry-Level Raw Materials Management and the Sustainable Industrialization of Nigeria"
🔍 Key Sub-Themes
We are seeking original contributions in the following areas:
* Resource Mapping & Utilization: Identifying and optimizing raw material sources and industrial case studies.
* Innovation & Tech: The role of R&D, AI, and digital technologies in resource management.
* Sustainability: Green energy, circular economy approaches, and environmental stewardship.
* Policy & Regulation: Evaluating AfCFTA impacts and government policies on raw material access.
* Global Value Chains: Positioning Nigerian firms for international competitiveness.
* Financing Models: Innovative funding and public-private partnerships.
📅 Important Dates & Submission Details
* Submission Deadline: July 31, 2026
* Format: Full papers or extended abstracts (3–5 pages).
* Submission Email: specialissue@koozakar.com
🎤 Presentation Method
The lecture series will be held in a Hybrid format:
* Physical: For residents in Abuja.
* Virtual: Online presentations via YouTube.
📞 Contact & Inquiries
For further information regarding the series, please contact:
* Phone:+234 805 569 8611
* Email: lectureseries@rmrdc.gov.ng
Host:
Prof. Nnanyelugo Ike-Muonso
Director General/CEO, RMRDC
In Partnership with: KOOZAKAR
Join the conversation and help shape the discourse on how Nigeria and Africa can transform raw material endowments into engines of sustainable growth.