Owolabi Salis, a US-based lawyer and native of Ikorodu, Lagos State, has made history as the first Nigerian to travel beyond Earth’s atmosphere. He was one of six private astronauts aboard Blue Origin’s NS-33 suborbital mission, which launched from the company’s facility in West Texas on June 29, 2025.
The mission, operated by Jeff Bezos’ aerospace company, marked another milestone in the commercialization of space travel. Salis, who holds dual qualifications as a chartered accountant and attorney, is licensed to practice in both Nigeria and the United States. His participation underscores the growing involvement of Africans in global space exploration efforts.
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