Nigerian Govt Reveals Plan to Send First Civilian to Space

The Federal Government of Nigeria is poised to achieve a historic milestone by sending the first citizen to space.

This exciting development was announced by Dr. Mathew Adepoju, the Director General of the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA), during a press conference held in Abuja on Wednesday.

Dr. Adepoju revealed that the Federal Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate with The Space Exploration and Research Agency for this groundbreaking endeavor.

Highlighting the significance of this collaboration, the DG emphasized, “This partnership, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s 25th anniversary of Space Exploration journey, opens new avenues for scientific research and technological advancement in the country.”

This ambitious initiative not only marks a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s space exploration history but also promises to unlock new opportunities for scientific innovation and progress.

More details to follow…

(Punch)