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- 14 Mar 2022
Satellite Technology Capable of Saving African Governments Billions
African governments and private sector organisations could save billions of dollars by adequately leveraging satellite networks and next-gen satellite technology for more effective disaster…
- 22 Aug 2013
Zyl Seeks Domestication of Satellite Technology in Nigeria
Prof. Robert Zyl, a South Africa-based technology expert, has urged Nigeria to domesticate satellite technology, including local manufacturing and launching of satellites. He stated this at a lecture…
- 13 May 2024
FG to Prioritise Satellite Technology for National Development– Keyamo
Federal government has said that it will fully utilise potentials of the satellite technology by harnessing its benefits to advance national development. Mr Festus Keyamo, minister of Aviation and…
- 27 May 2022
Satellite Technology is Ready When Needed for Border, Port & Maritime Security
By Andrew Aroh We are still trying to figure out a lot of things in terms of threats, vulnerabilities and the integration of resources. We need to ensure that the satellite realm is recognized as…
- 24 Dec 2019
Apple Developing Satellite Technology to Support its Devices
A new report from Bloomberg claims Apple is working on satellite technology to beam data to users’ devices and could launch a new initiative using the tech within five years. There are a lot of…
- 3 Mar 2025
FG Approves N2.5bn to Combat Illegal Mining with Satellite Technology
Federal Executive Council (FEC) approved the procurement of a N2.5 billion satellite technology to combat illegal mining activities in Nigeria at its third meeting of the year on Monday. Dele Alake,…
- 30 Sept 2025
NIGCOMSAT, Kenya’s KSA Partner on Satellite Technology Initiatives
Nigerian Communications Satellite (NIGCOMSAT) and the Kenya Space Agency (KSA) have formed a cooperation to set a new course for Africa’s and security environment through leveraging satellite…
- 28 Jan 2014
Heirs Holdings Invests in Planet Labs Satellite Technology
Heirs Holdings, the pan-African proprietary investment company founded by Tony O. Elumelu, has announced its investment in US start-up Planet Labs’ innovative satellite manufacturing technology.…
- 27 Apr 2022
Disaster Recovery Technology: Satellite Communication for Moral, Welfare and Recreation
By Andrew Aroh Moral, Welfare and Recreation programs are a key part of Government and Emergency Response Operation. MWR networks are designed to support remotely deployed emergency response…
- 7 Aug 2025
NAF, NIGCOMSAT to Boost Nigeria’s Security with Satellite Technology
Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and Nigerian Communications Satellite (NIGCOMSAT) Limited have entered into a strategic alliance aimed at advancing operational effectiveness, sovereignty, and sustainability…
- 20 Nov 2022
NIGCOMSAT Moves to Boost 5G Deployment with Satellite Technology
The Nigerian Communications Satallite Limited (NIGCOMSAT) has assured Nigerians of a faster, wider coverage, and better deployment of 5G network across Nigeria, after the launch Nigeria’s second…
- 11 Jun 2014
How NIMASA Rescued Hijacked Ship Using Satellite Technology
Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) at the weekend launched its satellite surveillance system, which, in conjunction with the Nigerian Navy and the Nigerian Air Force,…
- 24 Aug 2013
CSTD to Produce Satellites Locally
Center for Satellite Technology Development (CSTD) has announced plans to ensure that satellites and other space technologies are designed and manufactured in Nigeria. Dr Spencer Onuh, director,…
- 20 May 2013
Undersea Cables Crash Cost of Satellite Bandwidth by 50%
Avalanche of bandwidth from several undersea cables infrastructure to the country’s shores have crashed the cost of the commodity supplied through satellite technology by 50%, Nigeria…
- 15 Feb 2022
Satellites and the Armed Forces
By Andrew Aroh Space (Professionals) are providing the military their lifeline. they use it. They take it for granted, but if they ever lost it, people will die. Satellites and the Armed Force: Army:…
- 8 Apr 2025
NIGCOMSAT, Jigawa State Empower 150 Youths on Satellite New Innovations
Nigerian Communication Satellite Limited (NIGCOMSAT) in collaboration with Jigawa state government, commenced training of 150 youths on satellite technology and digital communication. Jane…
- 12 Apr 2010
Satellite Mobile Phones to Take Overtake GSM Phones - Aroh
Mr. Andrew Aroh is the founding President of the Society of Satellite Professionals International (SSPI) Nigeria. He is a renowned Satellite Communication technology development expertise, and has…
- 6 Oct 2008
As Nigeria Sat-1 Lifespan Expires
Nigeria made its debut in satellite space technology on September 27, 2003 when it launched Sat-1 aboard a Russian rocket. The launch, at Plesetsk cosmodrome was watched live on television by…
- 24 Oct 2021
National Security via Satellite: (3 of 3; Concluding)
By Andrew Aroh Satellite communications can play an important role in national security. The role of this technology is better understood today on the front lines in particular where the following…
- 2 Mar 2021
Zinox Technologies Provides eLearning to Nigerian Schools on Spacecom AMOS-17 Satellite
Zinox Technologies and Spacecom, together with Intertel—its local partner in Nigeria, have signed a multi-year contract to enable internet connectivity and e-learning solutions for schools in…
- 15 Oct 2021
Strategic Plan for National Security, the Military & Emergency Management via Satellite (2 of 3)
By Andrew Aroh Satellite technology plays a pivotal role in National security as well as emergency management and will play an even greater role tomorrow Many satellite companies are trying to…
- 16 Dec 2025
Airtel Africa Partners Starlink to Launch Direct-to-cell Service in 14 Markets
Airtel Africa said on Tuesday it has partnered with SpaceX to introduce Starlink's direct-to-cell satellite technology to all its 14 markets. The satellite-to-mobile service will begin across Africa…
- 29 Nov 2018
Newtec Powers NIGCOMSAT’s Ka Broadband Services
Newtec, a specialist in the design, development and manufacture of equipment for satellite communications, said its technology will be used by leading satellite operator NIGCOMSAT as it expands its…
- 12 Nov 2012
NigComSat: FG Disclaims Autonomy, Commits to 100% Privatization
Ministry of Communications Technology, the ministry supervising Nigeria Communications Satellite Limited, (NigComSat) at the weekend said it was not aware of any bill seeking to grant NigComSat…
- 19 Dec 2018
NIGCOMSAT, FUT Minna Sign MoU to Strengthen Technology in Nigeria
The Nigerian Communications Satellite (NIGCOMSAT) Ltd. and the Federal University of Technology (FUT), Minna has entered into collaboration with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)…
- 18 Oct 2017
Reps Query Non-Patronage of Nigeria’s Multi-Billion Satellite
Committee on Information Communication Technology of the House of Representatives has been mandated the to investigate the cause of non-patronage of the multibillion Nigeria Communications Satellite…
- 18 Feb 2022
Enabling the National Lottery and Election Voting, Other Businesses via Satellite
By Andrew Aroh Today national Lottery and voting during elections are supported by a hybrid network using satellite, radio and telephone technology to give all magisterial districts access to the…
- 2 Jun 2018
NASRDA Plans ’edusat-2, Second Nanosatellite
National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) has concluded all relevant discussions to build and launch of a second nanosatellite code named edusat-2 in collaboration with Landmark…
- 19 May 2017
Nigeria Plans To Launch Africa’s First Nanosatellite
Nigeria is to launch Africa’s first nanosatellite (an artificial satellite with a wet mass between one and 10 kg 2.2–22 lb) into the orbit, Prof Seidu Mohammed, director-general, National Space…
- 26 Sept 2025
NIGCOMSAT, Kenyan Space Agency Partner to Boost Africa’s Space Technology
The Nigerian Communications Satellite (NIGCOMSAT) Ltd and the Kenyan Space Agency (KSA) have begun talks to deepen collaboration in space technology, signalling a significant step toward advancing…