Insecurity: NIGCOMSAT To Launch Dedicated Satellite For Military Operations

The Nigerian Communications Satellite (NIGCOMSAT) has revealed plans to launch a satellite into orbit, co-designed and dedicated to the Nigerian Army to enhance the military’s capabilities and boost operations.

NIGCOMSAT’s Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Mrs Jane Egerton disclosed this on Thursday during a visit to the Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja.

Mrs Egerton said the decision was taken considering the severity of the service being rendered by the Nigerian Army to the nation in the fight against emerging threats.

The NIGCOM boss acknowledged the long standing relations with the Army and its zeal in tackling security challenges in the country.

She noted that the partnership between the two bodies is expected to have far-reaching implications for the country’s military operations and national security and leverage satellite technology to drive economic growth and development.

In his remarks, the COAS stressed the need to partner with the NIGCOMSAT to enhance communication capabilities and improve military operations.

Lagbaja said the partnership was crucial to providing reliable and secure communication services and enabling the Nigerian Army to access a wide range of satellite-based services, including telecommunications, navigation, and surveillance, which will significantly improve its operational efficiency and effectiveness.

The Army chief lauded the vital role of NIGCOMSAT, which serves as a formidable foundation for NA operations, especially in the North-East and North-West regions.

He reiterated the Nigerian Army’s commitment to Executive Order 5 of President Bola Tinubu compelling departments and agencies to patronise made-in-Nigeria goods.

He described NIGCOMSAT products as top-notch and affirmed his desire to expand the frontier of cooperation and partnership that exists between NIGCOMSAT and the Nigerian Army.

Nigerian Army chief also pledged to support the communication company in the launch of its new satellite into space to improve NA operations.

In her remarks, Mrs Egerton thanked the COAS for his service to the nation, and pledged continued support to the Army with technology in tackling security challenges.