Abdullahi Suleiman2025-09-142025-09-142024https://repository.ndu.ac.ke/handle/123456789/139The study was conducted on leveraging space technology for agricultural development in Africa: The case of Nigeria (2015-2022). The suitability of NASRDA and allied agencies' policies for leveraging space technology in agriculture is questionable. While these policies recognize the potential of space technology in enhancing agricultural productivity, they often lack specificity and fail to address the unique challenges of the Nigerian agricultural landscape. The institutional frameworks, though well-intentioned, are frequently hampered by bureaucratic inefficiencies and inadequate coordination among relevant agencies. This study addressed the set objectives of the suitability of NASRDA’s and allied agencies’ policies and institutional frameworks for leveraging space technology for agriculture development in Nigeria, the implementation of NASRDA’s and allied agencies’ policies and institutional frameworks for effective leveraging space technology for agriculture development in Nigeria and the challenges faced in adopting space technology for agricultural development in Nigeria. The study explores the Institutional Theory to analyze how Nigeria could effectively exploit space technology for agricultural development. The study as well used explanatory mixed methods to collect relevant data, data were gathered from both primary and secondary sources, the primary data were sourced from questionnaires and in-depth interviews, 384 questionnaires were distributed in which 380 questionnaires were retrieved, 380 questionnaires were valid and 4 questionnaires were not valid. In-depth interviews were conducted in the study area; 16 informants were interviewed to support the quantitative data. The secondary data were sourced from relevant existing literature on the topic under study such as textbooks, journals, magazines, seminars, newspapers, that were consulted. Data were analyzed using statistical tools such as tables and simple percentages as well as graph, chart and thematic format using discuss analysis for the qualitative data. The study findings showed that, aligning the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) policies with the overarching objectives for agricultural development in Nigeria is crucial for ensuring sustainable growth. To assess this alignment, there is the need to first conduct a comprehensive review of both NASRDA's policies and the national agricultural development goals. By comparing key elements such as technology integration, data utilization, and collaborative initiatives, with the aim to identify synergies that promote innovation and efficiency in the agricultural sector in Nigeria. The study recommended that the Centre for Satellite Technology Development should foster international collaborations for data sharing. Also, the Ministry of Science and Technology is recommended to subsidize satellite imagery services and training for small farmers. Finally, the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security should encourage the adoption of precision agriculture techniques for data-driven decision-making and resource optimization.enThesis