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From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja
The Nigerian Communications Satellite (NIGCOMSAT) Ltd has announced a groundbreaking multi-million-dollar partnership with global satellite communications leader Eutelsat to deliver low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite services in the country.
The partnership, according to a statement from NIGCOMSAT Spokesperson, Aisha Bantam, on Wednesday, leverages the OneWeb LEO network to provide high-speed, low-latency connectivity to various sectors, including government, enterprises and underserved rural communities.
The service is expected to 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.
The statement quoted the NIGCOMSAT Managing Director, Mrs Jane Egerton-Idehen, stating 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 connectivity solutions to foster growth across government services, businesses and communities nationwide.”
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She added, “This partnership attests to the strong ties between Nigeria and France in advancing satellite and space technology. By joining forces, Eutelsat and NIGCOMSAT are poised to drive innovation, accelerate digital transformation, and open new opportunities for connectivity across Nigeria and beyond.”
“Nigerian Communications Satellite (NIGCOMSAT) Limited is Nigeria’s premier satellite communications provider, committed to delivering world-class satellite services to empower communities and industries. With its flagship NigComSat-1R satellite, NIGCOMSAT supports critical sectors such as communication, education, health and security.
“Eutelsat Group is a global leader in satellite communications, delivering connectivity and broadcast services worldwide. The Group was formed through the combination of the Company and OneWeb in 2023, becoming the first fully integrated GEO-LEO satellite operator with a fleet of 35 Geostationary satellites and a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) constellation of more than 600 satellites.
“The Group addresses the needs of customers in four key verticals of Video, where it distributes more than 6,500 television channels, and the high-growth connectivity markets of Mobile Connectivity, Fixed Connectivity, and Government Services. Eutelsat Group’s unique suite of in-orbit assets enables it to deliver integrated solutions to meet the needs of global customers,” the statement added.
