Tag: NASRDA
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Nigeria to witness first lunar crescent Feb. 28
The National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA), said that Nigeria would likely witness its first astronomical lunar crescent on Feb.28. Dr Felix Ale, Director of Media and Corporate Communications of NASRDA, said this in a statement on Saturday.
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NASRDA decries lack of patronage of homegrown technology
The National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) ,says that 90% of security challenges facing the maritime sector in Nigeria can be tackled by Geo – Stationary Satellite . The newly appointed Director General of the Space and Research Agency , Dr Olumide Mathew Adepoju stated this during screening exercise of his appointment by the…
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Nigeria’s space agency addresses claim of 3 days total darkness
The National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) has debunked a claim on TikTok platform of total darkness on the earth from April 8 for some days, due to the eclipse of the sun.
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NASRDA woos Dangote, Elumelu, others to invest in space tech
The National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA), on Monday urged business moguls like Aliko Dangote and Tony Elumelu, among others, to invest in space Science and Technology sector of the country. Dr Felix Alle, Head, Media and Corporate Communications of the agency, in an interview with newsmen in Abuja, said Public Private Partnership (PPP)…
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NBC to use tech for boundary management – Adaji
Disturbed by the slow pace of data collection in the management of Nigeria’s boundaries, the National Boundary Commission (NBC) is looking towards a more comprehensive means of keeping detailed data and effectively managing its boundaries. The Director General of the National Boundary Commission, Surv. Adamu Adaji made this disclosure in his office while receiving his…
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Nigeria to experience total lunar eclipse on Monday – NASRDA
The National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) on Friday said Nigeria will join other countries of the world to experience total lunar eclipse on Monday. The information was contained in a statement issued to NAN by Dr Felix Alle, the Head, Media and Public Communications of the agency in Abuja. According to Alle, lunar…
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Payette urges more Nigerian students to show interest in STEM
Governor-General of Canada, Ms Julie Payette urged Nigerian students to develop interest in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). Payette gave the advice when she addressed students from various Secondary Schools in Abuja at the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) on Monday. She said that with determination, hard work and right plan, the…
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NASRDA urges FG to launch agricultural satellite – Official
Dr Halilu Shaba, Director, Strategic Space Applications, National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA), has urged the Federal Government to consider sponsoring the launch of a satellite to boost agriculture in Nigeria. Shaba made the call on Wednesday at the Annual Space Conference and Exhibition of the Centre for Satellite Technology Development (CSTD) in Abuja.…
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NASRDA boss calls for more funding to boost space technology
The National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) on Tuesday called for more funding of Space Technology (ST) programmes in the country for sustainable development. The Director General, Prof. Seidu Mohammed made the call during the Space presentation at the ongoing Science and Technology Expo in Abuja. The expo tagged `Fast Tracking Sustainable Development of…
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2017 Ramadan: Fasting ends on Saturday – NASRDA
The National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) has said this year’s Ramadan fast will come to an end on Saturday. NASRDA explained that the appearance of the first astronomical lunar crescent for the month of June 2017, which signifies the end of Ramadan fast will be recorded in Nigeria on 25th June, 2017 between…