Satellite company targets rural areas with broadband internet, DTH services

The Nigerian Communications Satellite Ltd (NIGCOMSAT) has disclosed forming partnerships to provide connectivity to rural and underserved areas.

The Managing Director, NIGCOMSAT, Mrs. Jane Nkechi Egerton-Idehen made this disclosure known to journalists in Lagos.

Nkechi, who was represented by Olufunke Fagbeja, Head of Marketing and Stakeholders’ Engagement, stated the organisation’s mission to bridge the digital divide in Nigeria, focusing on innovation and local content.

He noted the company’s continued commitment of reliably supporting all offerings, such as broadband internet, direct-to-home (DTH) services, transponder leasing, and broadcast services.

She noted the organisation’s efforts at upgrading its infrastructure for communication solutions with global standards.

“We have forged new partnerships aimed at providing connectivity to underserved areas and supporting startups in the satellite industry through the NIGCOMSAT Startup Accelerator program.

“NIGCOMSAT’s mission is to bridge the digital divide in Nigeria, focusing on innovation and local content solutions.

“We have been working diligently to upgrade our infrastructure, particularly our hubs in Lagos and Abuja, to provide communication solutions that meet global standards.

“Our service delivery team is committed to ensuring reliable support for all our offerings, such as broadband internet, direct-to-home (DTH) services, transponder leasing, and broadcast services,” She stated.

This was just as she reiterated the importance of the role media play in communicating developments to the public, adding that their ability to convey complex information in an accessible and engaging manner is key to ensuring that citizens are informed, educated and inspired by the progress being made in the satellite and space sector.

The government-owned satellite company is offering its solutions and services to help these operators enhance their offerings amidst mounting inflation, forex devaluation, and unsustainable service tariffs, which are impacting their ability to roll out and expand infrastructure.

NIGCOMSAT is designed to support telecommunications companies, including providing access to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and enabling payments in local currency to mitigate the challenges posed by forex fluctuations.

The training session is part of the Project 774 LGA Connectivity initiative, which seeks to connect all 774 Local Government Secretariats with internet access, create jobs, and reduce crime in local communities.

NIGERIAN TRIBUNE