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Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Nigeria\u2019s Communications Satellite Limited, NIGCOMSAT, has lamented the inability of the country to \u201creach space\u201d.<\/p>\n

The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of NIGCOMSAT, Mrs Jane Nkechi Egerton-Idehen, decried the situation on Wednesday, insisting that there is no reason Nigeria cannot embark on a space mission.<\/p>\n

NIGCOMSAT has over the years cried out over concerns such as the decade-long recruitment freeze which has impacted innovation and it\u2019s operational capacity.<\/p>\n

Other pressing matters highlighted include a shortage of critical technical personnel, the need for support in the rollout and execution of Project 774, and issues surrounding inadequate remuneration some critical factors.<\/p>\n

Receiving the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy, Rafiu Olarinre Adeladan at the Ground Control Station located along Umaru Musa Yar\u2019Adua Way, Abuja on Wednesday, Egerton-Idehen said, \u201cIf other nations can reach the space, there is no reason Nigeria cannot, she emphasised. NIGCOMSAT stands ready to lead that charge.\u201d<\/p>\n

She urged the ministry to prioritize Project 774 and address structural challenges affecting the agency\u2019s growth and efficiency.<\/p>\n

The Permanent Secretary, Adeladan, said, \u201cThe Ministry regards NIGCOMSAT not merely as an implementing agency, but as a strategic partner in realizing Nigeria\u2019s aspirations in space technology, broadband access, and digital sovereignty.\u201d<\/p>\n

He reaffirmed the ministry\u2019s dedication to fostering collaboration with NIGCOMSAT to tackle these challenges.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Nigeria<\/span> Follow Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Nigeria. Nigeria\u2019s Communications Satellite Limited, NIGCOMSAT, has lamented the inability of the country to \u201creach space\u201d. The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of NIGCOMSAT, Mrs Jane Nkechi Egerton-Idehen, decried the situation on Wednesday, insisting that there is no reason Nigeria cannot embark on a space mission. 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