Nigeria to Send First Citizen to Space in Collaboration with U.S. Firm
The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced its decision to send its first citizen into space. This historic initiative comes following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the U.S. firm Space Exploration and Research Agency (SERA) as part of Nigerias Human Space Flight programme.
The announcement was made by Mathew Adepoju, Director General of the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA), during a press conference in Abuja on Wednesday.
This collaboration marks a significant milestone in Nigeria's 25th anniversary of space exploration and opens new opportunities for scientific research and technological advancement, Adepoju stated.
This endeavor highlights Nigeria's dedication to advancing its capabilities in space science and technology, positioning the nation as an emerging player in the global space community.
