Sheda Science and Technology Complex
SHESTCO
About
The Sheda Science and Technology Complex (SHESTCO) is a parastatal under the Nigerian Ministry of Science & Technology. It is a multidisciplinary research and development establishment located in Kwali Area Council about 70 km from Abuja, Nigeria.
History
SHESTCO was established by the Federal Government of Nigeria in 1993. The complex has five advanced research centres: Biotechnology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and a Nuclear Technology Centre with a gamma irradiation plant. It houses and collaborates with the Nigerian branch of the American-based company Xechem Pharmaceuticals, which assists in research, production, marketing and sales of NICOSAN, a product developed with the agency for the management of sickle cell anemia.
Key Facts
Established
1993
Headquarters
Kwali Area Council, about 70 km from Abuja
Director General
Sunday Thomas
Abbreviation
SHESTCO