NIGCOMSAT, Eutelsat partner to enhance connectivity
The Nigerian Communications Satellite has partnered Eutelsat, a global satellite communications leader, to deliver Low Earth Orbit satellite services in the country.
This was revealed in a statement by NIGCOMSAT on Wednesday. The partnership positions NIGCOMSAT as Nigeria’s leading satellite service provider, utilising the OneWeb LEO network to deliver high-speed, low-latency connectivity.
It will benefit government, businesses, and rural communities, supporting remote communication, mobile connectivity, and offshore operations.
Jane Egerton-Idehen, NIGCOMSAT managing director, described the partnership as a step in strengthening satellite communication technology in the country.
“This partnership marks a major milestone for NIGCOMSAT, allowing us to bridge Nigeria’s digital divide with OneWeb’s advanced LEO satellite technology.
“Together, we will deliver scalable and reliable connectivity solutions to drive growth across government services, businesses, and communities nationwide,” she said.
Ms Egerton-Idehen said the partnership reflects the strong relationship between Nigeria and France in advancing satellite and space technologies.
She emphasised that by combining resources, Eutelsat and NIGCOMSAT aim to foster innovation, accelerate digital transformation, and expand connectivity opportunities within Nigeria and beyond.
“NIGCOMSAT is Nigeria’s leading satellite communications provider, dedicated to delivering top-tier satellite services to empower industries and communities.
“Its flagship NigComSat-1R satellite supports critical sectors such as communication, education, health, and security,” she added.
Eutelsat Group, a global leader in satellite communications, merged with OneWeb in 2023 to become the first fully integrated GEO-LEO satellite operator.
The group now operates a fleet of 35 geostationary satellites and a constellation of over 600 LEO satellites.
It serves customers in video, broadcasting over 6,500 TV channels, mobile connectivity, fixed connectivity, and government services.
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