By Olasunkanmi Onifade
Nigerian Communications Satellite Limited (NIGCOMSAT) has urged the nation’s security personnel to continue to equip themselves with the satellite and other technological skills to meet the demands of modern warfare.
The Managing Director of NIGCOMSAT, Mrs Jane Egerton-Idehen, said this on Wednesday at a training on satellite technology know-how the agency organised for security personnel in Abuja.
The participants were drawn from the army, navy, Air Force and the Nigeria Intelligence Agency (NIA).
The initiative underscored NIGCOMSAT’s commitment to educating both the public and military personnel on the evolving role of satellite technology in modern operations.
Egerton-Idehen, represented by Deputy General Manager, Sales, Mrs Ibieye Ukoko, emphasised the expanding scope of warfare and intelligence.
“The battlefields are no longer confined to land, sea, and air. They now extend into space and cyberspace.
“Satellites play a critical role in intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, communications, navigation, and defense systems.
“With rapid innovation in this domain, it is imperative that we continuously update our knowledge, close identified gaps, and adapt to the evolving technological landscape,” she said.
Egerton-Idehen said the training was designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of cutting-edge satellite technologies and their applications in military and security operations.
She said the aim was to equip personnel with the tools needed to enhance national defense capabilities and operational effectiveness.
The Training Coordinator, Nkem Umeh, urged participants to engage actively and absorb the knowledge being shared, particularly in the practical use of emerging satellite systems.
One of the participants, Lt.- Col. Emmanuel Nwachukwu expressed gratitude to NIGCOMSAT management and staff for the opportunity offered to the participants.
“We encourage NIGCOMSAT to extend similar programmes to other sectors to deepen national awareness and adoption of satellite technology,” Nwachukwu said. (NAN)