NigComSat-2 Satellite Replacement Project
Sector: Telecommunications • Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Source: NewsGhana
The Nigerian government has approved the procurement of two replacement satellites, NigComSat-2A and NigComSat-2B, to replace the NigComSat-1R satellite. These satellites are planned for launch in 2028 and 2029 respectively, with an estimated cost of approximately US$500 million. The project aims to extend satellite communication capabilities beyond the original NigComSat-1R lifespan, which is sch
- Status
- Prospective
- Sector
- Telecommunications, Government
- Location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- NewsGhana
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Taiyo last update | 2026-07-22 |
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Description | The Nigerian government has approved the procurement of two replacement satellites, NigComSat-2A and NigComSat-2B, to replace the NigComSat-1R satellite. These satellites are planned for launch in 2028 and 2029 respectively, with an estimated cost of approximately US$500 million. The project aims to extend satellite communication capabilities beyond the original NigComSat-1R lifespan, which is scheduled to end in 2026 but has been extended to 2028. |
Original sector | Satellite Communications |
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Country | Nigeria |
City | Lagos |
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Source | NewsGhana |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Telecommunications, Government |
Article published date | 2026-04-15 |
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