Mrs Jane Egerton-Idehen, the Managing Director, Nigerian Communications Satellite (NIGCOMSAT) Ltd., has reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to replacing the NIGCOMSAT-1R satellite before its lifespan ends in 2026.
Egerton-Idehen disclosed this at a news conference to mark the begining of Nigerian Satellite Week in Abuja on Wednesday.
She emphasised the importance of satellite technology in advancing Nigeria’s digital future.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that NIGCOMSAT-1R, which was launched in 2011, had delivered substantial services to Nigeria’s telecom and broadcast sectors, saving billions in foreign exchange.
Egerton-Idehen said the week, which has ‘Empowering Nigeria’s Digital Future: Innovations in Satellite Technology and Entrepreneurship’ as its theme, would demonstrate the transformative potential of satellite technology across the sectors of the nation’s economy.
According to her, the week-long event aims to foster collaboration among stakeholders, from industry experts to policymakers, with the goal of making satellite technology a cornerstone of Nigeria’s sustainable development.
“Key features of the event include the Stakeholders’ Forum for in-depth collaboration and the NIGCOMSAT Accelerator Demo Day, where startups will showcase their innovative solutions.
“This is the day we will see entrepreneurship and innovation in action, with pitches from startups ready to transform the industry.
“We’ll also have fireside chats and panels discussing the role of public-private partnerships and entrepreneurship in driving space sector growth.
“This event is not just about conversations in the rooms; it’s about inspiring action long after the week ends. It’s about taking the next step—moving from dialogue to action.”(NAN)
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