NigComSat-1R is a hybrid geostationary satellite located at an orbital position of 42.50 E with a life span of at least 15 years, a total of 40 transponders which will provide optimal and cost effective voice, data, video, internet and application services solutions.

NigComSat-1R is a replacement satellite for NigComSat-1 Satellite. It is a critical ICT backbone infrastructure to drive the National ICT revolution in providing revenue diversification for the Nation and offering cost effective solution and affordable access to meet Nigeria’s telecommunications, broadcast, aviation, maritime, defense and security needs.

18th mar, 2013
COMM TECH MINISTER LISTS BENEFITS OF ICT FOR YOUTH EMPOWERMENT

The Minister of Communication Technology, Mrs. Omobola Johnson has re-iterated the Federal Government’s resolve to support the ICT industry for National Development. Mrs. Johnson stated this at the opening ceremony of the NaijaCloud project held at the DBI Training Academy in Oshodi, Lagos on Monday, March 18, 2013. The aim of the 3-day workshop is to seek unemployment reduction and wealth creation through Microwork and E-lancing. Read more