Reported by: Richard .O | Edited by: Gabriel Osa
Nasarawa State Governor, His Excellency Engr. Abdullahi A. Sule, has opened a new chapter of dialogue on how modern space technology can be harnessed to improve education and healthcare in the state. On Monday, September 29, 2025, the Governor received in audience the Director General and Chief Executive of the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA), Dr. Matthew O. Adepoju, who led a delegation to the Governor’s Lodge in Abuja.
During the courtesy visit, discussions focused on possible areas of collaboration between the state government and the agency, particularly on how geospatial technology can be deployed for more effective planning and delivery of social services. Dr. Adepoju highlighted the critical role of space-based solutions in driving sustainable development, pointing out that modern mapping and satellite data could help governments make smarter, evidence-based decisions. He explained that through detailed mapping of schools, the state could obtain accurate information about distribution, capacity, and accessibility, which would aid in addressing gaps in educational infrastructure.
In the same vein, the NASRDA boss proposed the use of geospatial tracking systems in the health sector. According to him, such systems would allow the government to monitor healthcare facilities, track disease patterns, and improve emergency response across Nasarawa State. Dr. Adepoju stressed that technology, when properly integrated into governance, serves as an enabler for efficiency, accountability, and improved service delivery.
Governor Sule, in his remarks, welcomed the initiative and described it as timely. He noted that Nasarawa, like many other states, faces the twin challenge of resource limitations and rising demand for better public services. He said the opportunity to leverage space technology could bridge those gaps by providing data-driven insights for development planning. The Governor added that one of his administration’s top priorities is to enhance education and healthcare, which remain the pillars of human capital development. Partnering with NASRDA, he observed, would give the state an edge in achieving these goals.
Beyond the immediate focus on mapping and geospatial tracking, both parties acknowledged the potential of the partnership to expand into other areas such as agriculture, urban planning, and environmental monitoring. Experts present at the meeting underscored that satellite data has become indispensable for states and nations that aspire to modernize their governance structures. They emphasized that when states like Nasarawa adopt such innovations, they position themselves as forward-looking and investment-friendly.
Reactions from observers suggest that the collaboration could set a precedent for other states in Nigeria to follow. Analysts note that while space technology may sound distant from local governance, its practical applications are increasingly visible in areas such as crop monitoring, disaster management, and infrastructure planning. By embracing NASRDA’s expertise, Nasarawa could emerge as a model for how technology bridges the gap between policy ambitions and service delivery.
As discussions progress, the focus will be on translating the promises into actionable programmes that directly impact the lives of citizens. For Governor Sule, the partnership reflects his administration’s drive to align local governance with global innovations, ensuring that the state does not lag behind in the evolving knowledge economy.
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