By Uchechi Obodo
To nurture innovation in North Western Nigeria, and foster creative solutions to real-world challenges using space technology, the Nigerian Communications Satellite, NIGCOMSAT, Ltd. is set to launch a Regional Space-Tech Hackathon and VSAT Training Programme in Jigawa State.
The event, scheduled for April 7 – 11, 2025 in Dutse, capital of the State, aims to empower participants with the skills to solve real-world challenges using space technology.
The winning team from the hackathon will earn a spot in the prestigious NIGCOMSAT Accelerator Programme Cohort 2025, giving them further opportunities to refine and implement their projects.
Also, 100 young individuals will receive training on the installation of Very Small Aperture Terminal, VSAT, systems, which are widely used to provide reliable broadband connectivity in remote areas.
The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of NIGCOMSAT Ltd., Mrs. Jane Nkechi Egerton-Idehen, announced that the five-day hackathon will give participants ample time to identify community challenges, develop ideas, and build prototype solutions using advanced satellite technologies. Participants will also receive mentorship.
She added that “by equipping and certifying these participants with technical expertise to install, configure, and maintain VSAT systems, they will gain a competitive edge in the job market and have the opportunity to explore lucrative career and entrepreneurial opportunities in the ICT sector.”
Recall that the North-East Regional Hackathon and VSAT Training was held in Yola, Adamawa State, in February. The event witnessed an impressive turnout and laid the foundation for this series of regional engagements.
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