In a visionary move to align technology with development, the Honourable Commissioner of Communications Technology and Digital Economy, Suleiman Isah, alongside the Permanent Secretary and the Vice-Chancellor of Abdulkadir Kure University, Minna, led a high-level delegation to the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) in Abuja.
The delegation was graciously received by the Director General of NASRDA, Dr. Matthew Adepoju, where robust conversations unfolded around leveraging space science and technology to accelerate socioeconomic development across Niger State.
As part of the Farmer Governor Umaru Mohammed Bago’s Agricultural Revolution, the meeting highlighted how space-based solutions can significantly transform modern agriculture, enabling precision farming, climate monitoring, and smart irrigation practices—all key to boosting productivity and sustainability in the sector.
But the vision goes even further. Key areas explored for collaboration include:
✅ Education & Digital Transformation
✅ Security & Crime Mapping
✅ Disaster Management Solutions
✅ Geospatial & Urban Planning
✅ Space & Engineering Internships for Niger State Youth
A Bold Step Forward
To solidify this partnership, a joint technical committee was inaugurated to begin drafting a formal collaborative agreement between NASRDA and Niger State. This agreement will serve as a roadmap for integrating advanced space technologies into the core of our state’s development strategies.
“We are not just looking at the skies; we are building a future grounded in innovation, data, and smart technology to serve our people better.”
— Hon. Suleiman Isah, Commissioner
Pioneering the New Niger Vision
This historic engagement marks a significant leap in Niger State’s journey toward technological sovereignty, disaster resilience, and sustainable economic development. With NASRDA’s expertise and Niger State’s commitment to innovation, the future is not only bright—it’s interstellar.
Stay tuned as we take technology beyond borders and boldly build the New Niger.
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