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Gbeminiyi Ogunleye
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- NIGCOMSAT eyes French ties to boost satellite technology
Nigeria’s Communications Satellite Limited, the country’s satellite operator, is seeking deeper collaboration with France to advance its space technology goals, Managing Director Jane Egerton-Idehen said on Thursday.
Egerton-Idehen, in a statement posted on Facebook, highlighted a visit by the French Ambassador to Nigeria, Marc Fonbaustier, describing it as a symbolic step toward expanding bilateral cooperation in satellite technology.
“Although this visit was primarily a formal courtesy, it symbolised something much larger: the increasing opportunities for Nigeria and France to collaborate in the field of space technology,” she noted.
She highlighted France’s leadership in space innovation, noting companies like Eutelsat Group and Thales as key players. Discussions during the ambassador’s visit focused on how partnerships with these firms could support Nigeria’s satellite ambitions.
“Sharing expertise allows us to learn from global leaders, which in turn accelerates innovation,” Egerton-Idehen said.
Credit: Punch
