Nigeria to launch four new satellites to boost space technology
Nigeria will launch four new satellites in the coming days as part of efforts to strengthen its space technology capabilities.
Approved by the president, Bola Tinubu, three of the four approved satellites will carry optical payloads while the fourth, Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite will replace the Cintetic Reader satellite currently in orbit.
This was announced by Dr Matthew Adepoju, Director General of the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) during the 8th Brigadier General Michael Agu (Rtd) annual distinguished lecture and awards ceremony.
The West African country has in recent years made strides in space technology development.
Dr. Adepoju says the move is necessary as some existing satellites are nearing the end of their missions.
