The National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) says there is the need for more budgetary allocation from the Federal Government to enable it actualise its objectives.
This is contained in a communiqu? issued on Thursday at the end of the Centre for Space Technology Development (CSTD) Week Conference, and signed by CSTD Director, Mr Spencer Onuh.
The theme of the conference, held in Abuja, was “Sustainable Socio-economic Benefits of Space Technology??.
“Adequate budgetary allocation should be provided for NASRDA for the actualisation of the Assembly, Integration, Test Centre and Design Centre (AITCDC) by the federal government to enable a timely delivery of home-made satellites.
“The indigenous capabilities currently available in CSTD will be well harnessed and properly channelled towards the development of space technology for sustainable economic development,?? the communique said.
It said NASRDA assured that there would be more collaboration between the agency, the National Planning Commission (NPC) and other relevant agencies and institutions.
“The current cordial relationship between NASRDA, CSTD and the Armed Forces towards the use of satellite technology for military application should be maintained and pursued vigorously to enhance the nation?s security.
“The use of space technology as a veritable tool for environmental security, with particular emphasis on flood monitoring and control, and hydropower development was identified,? the communiqu? said.
It said the conference commended CSTD for its consistency in creating awareness on space science and technology through the inclusion of post-primary and higher institution students in her yearly event.
