The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has called for sustained investment in indigenous space technology and research to strengthen national security and improve military operations.
Oluyede made the call on Friday, October 9, 2026, at the inaugural Defence Space Administration (DSA) Day celebration in Abuja, themed “Space Power and National Security.”
He commended the DSA’s achievements, including the launch of DelSat-1, the establishment of geospatial intelligence infrastructure, the deployment of a Modular Earth Observation Outpost at the Headquarters of Operation Hadin Kai and the commencement of academic activities at the Defence Space School, Orogun.
The CDS urged the agency to strengthen indigenous research and development, improve the reliability and security of space-based technologies, and integrate them into joint military and inter-agency operations to tackle emerging security threats.
He also called for stronger partnerships among the Armed Forces, academic institutions, industries and relevant government agencies to accelerate innovation and expand Nigeria’s defence space capabilities.
Earlier, the Chief of Defence Space Administration, Maj. Gen. Philip Ilodibia, stressed the need for greater synergy among the Army, Navy and Air Force to improve joint operations.
He also advocated stronger collaboration with the National Space Research and Development Agency, Nigerian Communications Satellite Limited and other stakeholders to advance space technology for national security and development.
