A Groundbreaking Partnership:
The Nigerian Communications Satellite Limited (NIGCOMSAT) has made history by entering a multi-year agreement with Eutelsat OneWeb to provide Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite services to Nigeria. This partnership is to deliver high-speed, low-latency internet connectivity across various sectors from government services, businesses, and rural communities. The company has much hope from this alliance as it is a step towards bridging Nigeria’s Digital Divide. Jane Egerton Idehen, managing director of NIGCOMSAT, explained how the new deal can help close digital divides across Nigeria with remote communications, Mobile connectivity, and offshore operations in place for addressing gaps in coverage of the country’s underdeveloped areas. She stated, “This partnership marks a major milestone for NIGCOMSAT, allowing us to bridge Nigeria’s digital divide with OneWeb’s advanced LEO satellite technology”.
Focus on Innovation and Digital Transformation:
The collaboration is aimed at fostering innovation and speeding up digital transformation in Nigeria. Through pooling their resources, NIGCOMSAT and Eutelsat OneWeb create scalable and reliable connectivity solutions catering to the various needs of the nation and reaching opportunities beyond the borders of Nigeria. With this partnership, NIGCOMSAT is closer to attaining its objectives and ultimately bringing high-quality connectivity to all Nigerians as the country heads toward more advanced digital inclusion and technological breakthroughs.
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