Nigeria Now Using Satellites to Monitor Terrorists and Bandits – NIGCOMSAT

• Nigeria is leveraging satellite technology to combat terrorism, banditry, and kidnapping, enhancing national security through strategic collaborations
• NigComSat’s initiatives aim to transform Nigeria’s economy and security landscape, promising significant advancements in healthcare and education sectors

The Managing Director and CEO of Nigeria Communications Satellite Ltd (NigComSat), Mrs. Jane Egerton-Idehen, has announced that Nigeria is now utilizing its satellite assets to combat terrorists, bandits, and kidnappers.

Speaking at a media briefing in Abuja ahead of Satellite Week, Mrs. Egerton-Idehen highlighted that the agency’s mission is to demonstrate the transformative power of satellite technology for Nigeria’s economy, security, healthcare, and education.

She expressed hope that the deployment of these satellites would end the country’s security challenges.

While withholding specific details for security reasons, Mrs. Egerton-Idehen confirmed that NigComSat is collaborating with key national security agencies to address the nation’s security concerns.

The collaboration includes providing satellite connectivity to remote areas and deploying various technological platforms for national security.

She noted, “We are working closely with the Office of the National Security Adviser, Defence Intelligence, and other security agencies like the Nigeria Police Force and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps to leverage satellite communications for national security.”

Mrs. Egerton-Idehen praised President Bola Tinubu for his “Renewed Hope Agenda,” which, along with support from the Minister of Communications, Innovations, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, has significantly boosted the satellite communications sector.

She also confirmed that Nigeria is still on course to procure a new satellite, Satellite 2, which is progressing well and will be completed soon. NigComSat TV Channels have expanded from 45 to 105, while viewership has surged to 7 million, up from 2 million.

Speaking on the importance of Satellite Week, Mrs. Egerton-Idehen described it as a key moment for Nigeria’s satellite and space industry, emphasizing how communication satellites can drive sustainable development across various sectors.