The Nigerian Communications Satellite (NIGCOMSAT) Limited has announced the 16th of October 2024 through the 19th as the period for the forthcoming “Nigerian Satellite Week.”
Aisha Bantam, the Head of Corporate Affairs, NIGCOMSAT, in a Statement said the week-long event aims to highlight the importance of satellite technology in driving innovation, connectivity, and economic growth in Nigeria and across Africa.
“As the world continues to embrace digital transformation, satellite technology plays a crucial role in bridging the digital divide, enhancing communication, and fostering economic opportunities.
“The Nigerian Satellite Week will serve as a platform for stakeholders, industry leaders, and innovators to come together, share insights, and explore the future of satellite technology in various sectors, including education, healthcare, agriculture, and telecommunications.
“The Nigerian Satellite Week 2024 will feature a series of engaging activities designed to foster collaboration and showcase advancements in the satellite industry. The theme of the event is “Empowering Nigeria’s Digital Future: Innovations in Satellite Technology and Entrepreneurship.”
Reeling out the activities lined up for the week, Bantam disclosed that the week will kick off with a Press Day, where NIGCOMSAT will officially announce the event and provide insights into the significance of satellite technology in Nigeria.
There will be a Stakeholders Forum where industry leaders, government officials and academic experts would discuss the current state and future prospects of satellite technology in Nigeria. Participants will explore collaborative opportunities and share best practices to enhance the satellite ecosystem in the region.
NIGCOMSAT will also showcase the innovative solutions developed by the 20 space and satellite-based startups enrolled in the NIGCOMSAT Accelerator Programme.
This demo will highlight the creativity and potential of emerging entrepreneurs in the satellite industry, providing them with a platform to present their groundbreaking ideas to potential investors and partners.
The week will culminate in a Dinner and Awards Night, celebrating outstanding contributions to the satellite industry. This event will honour individuals and organisations that have made significant strides in advancing satellite technology and promoting its benefits across Nigeria.
Bantam further communicated the keenness of Jane Egerton-Idehen, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of NIGCOMSAT Ltd, whom she said is looking forward to an outing that would define the country’s enviable position in the global satellite market.
“Jane Nkechi Egerton-Idehen, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of NIGCOMSAT Ltd, expresses her enthusiasm for the event and its potentials to advance Nigeria’s position in the global satellite market.
“Whilst inviting all stakeholders, industry professionals, and the general public to participate in the Nigerian Satellite Week, Egerton-Idehen thanks all those who have contributed to the growth and development of the satellite industry in Nigeria”, the Statement concluded.
