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Excitement As Aiyeola Sikiru Attains Directorship At NASRDA
By Oluwadamilola Opeoluwa Pitan
Eko Hot Blog reports Dr. Aiyeola Sikiru, a distinguished native of Epe, Lagos State, has been elevated to the rank of Director at the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA).
This achievement underscores Dr. Sikiru’s exceptional performance and significant contributions to the agency.
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His promotion was announced following his outstanding performance in the 2023 promotion exercise.
He was presented with his promotion letter by NASRDA’s Director General, Dr. Matthew Adepoju, who lauded Dr. Sikiru for his dedication and invaluable contributions to the organization.
Dr. Adepoju emphasized that Dr. Sikiru’s promotion not only recognizes his past accomplishments but also entails greater responsibilities in his new capacity.
Meanwhile, the community of Epe has joined in celebrating Dr. Sikiru’s remarkable accomplishment, viewing his promotion as a testament to his hard work, commitment, and exceptional capabilities.
Dr. Sikiru’s success serves as an inspiration to aspiring professionals in Epe and beyond, demonstrating the possibilities that arise from dedication and perseverance in one’s chosen field.
Eko Hot Blog extends its heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Sikiru on this significant milestone and wishes him continued success and excellence in his new role as Director at NASRDA.
His leadership and expertise are poised to make invaluable contributions to NASRDA’s mission and the advancement of space research and development initiatives in Nigeria.
A MAN OF MANY ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Dr. Sikiru was born in Epe, Lagos State, Nigeria, where he obtained his school leaving certificate as the overall best science student from Epe Local Education District in 1988.
New Director at NASRDA, Dr. Aiyeola Sikiru
He proceeded to obtain a B.Sc (Hons) in Electronic and Computer Engineering from the Lagos State University, Lagos State, Nigeria, a Master of Engineering Degree in Telecommunications Engineering from the University of Nigeria Nsukka, and his Doctoral Degree in Communications and Information Systems from Beihang University, China.
The new director at NASRDA was also one of the 50 Nigerian Engineers and Scientists sent to China for the Know-How-Technology Transfer (KHTT) on the first Nigerian Communications Satellite, NigComSat-1.
Furthermore, Dr. Sikiru was a member of the project management team for the same satellite project.
He also attended Beijing Institute of Tracking and Telecommunications Technology (BITTT) for training on the Ground Receiving Station of the Satellite.
He was at Telesat Canada in Ottawa, Canada for the bid evaluation and contract negoriation on behalf of the Federal Government of Nigeria, which led to the award of the project (NigComSat-1) to the China Great Wall Industry Corporation (CGWIC).
The NASDRA official has also attended training on Satellite Tool Kit (STK) at Analytical Graphics Inc. Maryland, USA.
FURTHER READING
In 2011, he won the award for the most dedicated Engineer at Centre for satellite Technology Development (CSTD), an activity centre of NASRDA.
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