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NigComSat, Eutelsat Team Up to Boost Satellite Communication in Nigeria

The Nigerian Communications Satellite (NigComSat) Ltd, has begun collaboration with a global satellite communications firm, Eutelsat, to deliver Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Satellite services in Nigeria.

 

The authorities of NigComSat described the partnership as a multi-year and multi-million- dollar collaboration capable of providing wide range services to various sectors of the economy.

 

NigComSat said the development has positioned it “as Nigeria’s leading satellite communications service provider by leveraging the OneWeb LEO network to deliver high-speed, low-latency connectivity.”

 

“The services will cater to a wide range of sectors, including government, enterprises, and underserved rural areas, supporting essential applications like remote communications, mobile connectivity, and offshore operations”, NigComSat Head of Corporate Affairs, Aisha Bantam said in a statement.

 

The statement quoted NigComSat Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer, Mrs. Jane Nkechi Egerton-Idehen, as saying that, “We are delighted to deepen our collaboration with Eutelsat, a globally renowned satellite technology leader. This partnership is a milestone for NigComSat, enabling us to bridge Nigeria’s digital divide through the cutting-edge capabilities of OneWeb LEO satellites. Together, we will deliver scalable, reliable satellite communications connectivity solutions to foster growth across government services, businesses and communities nationwide,” she said.

 

 

 

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