Nigeria

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Nigeria's space economy is anchored by a growing commercial sector.

Nigeria's space sector is most strongly represented by commercial activity, with a supporting presence in orbital activity and ground infrastructure.

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Satellites

On-orbit footprint for Nigeria. Expand below for the full satellite history.

Active · 4

2022 DELSAT-1 LEO · Security 2011 NigComSat-1R GEO · Broadband, Navigation, Digital Content Delivery 2011 NigeriaSat-2 LEO · Cartography, Disaster Management, Agriculture 2011 NigeriaSat-X SSO · Disaster Monitoring

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Retired · 3

2007 NigComSat-1 GEO · Telemedicine, Navigation, Broadcast 2017 NigeriaEduSat-1 LEO · Education, Technology 2003 NigeriaSat-1 LEO · Disaster Management, Cartography

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Nigeria

Nigeria's space economy is anchored by a growing commercial sector.

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