The Digest:
Temidayo Oniosun, founder of Space in Africa, announces plans to send more Nigerian foods to space following the launch of egusi seeds aboard SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket.
Key Points:
- Temidayo Oniosun confirms the next Nigerian foods will be sent to space after egusi seeds.
- Egusi was chosen due to its cultural significance and national popularity.
- On August 1, 2025, Egusi became the first Nigerian object in orbit.
- The egusi seeds were launched aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket for NASA’s Crew-11 mission.
- This marks a milestone for Nigeria’s contributions to space exploration.
- Oniosun highlights the symbolism of egusi as a unifying national ingredient.
The launch of egusi seeds into space is a proud moment for Nigeria, with Temidayo Oniosun promising that more foods will follow. This initiative underscores the importance of Nigerian culture and ingredients on a global stage, marking a new chapter in space exploration.
Sources: Channels Television
