Nigerian Communications Satellite (NIGCOMSAT) is planning to launch NigComSat-1R to replace the NigComSat-1, which was lost in orbit on 10 November 2008.

NigComSat-1R, which has a lifespan of 15 years, will be sent into orbit from a launch site in China.

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The satellite will carry seven antennae and 28 transponders to address redundancy and operates under the C, Ku, KA and L bands.

It will provide navigational services for the aviation and maritime industries and improve the fast-growing ICT landscape in Nigeria, especially in the area of broadband internet connectivity.

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