The House of Representatives has called on the Federal Government to ensure prompt registration and renewal of Nigeria’s orbital slots to prevent potential loss of $400 million.
The House also mandated its Committee on Digital and Communications Technology to conduct a comprehensive review of Nigeria ’s current utilisation of its orbital slots and report within two weeks. The resolution of the House followed the adoption of a motion moved by Muktar Shagaya at the resumed plenary on Tuesday.
Shagaya expressed worry over Nigeria's increasing competition with other countries for orbital slots, driven by the rising global demand for satellite services, which he said could lead to the permanent forfeiture of Nigeria's assigned positions. He said it was imperative for Nigeria to expedite satellite development processes, secure necessary funding, and explore partnerships with private companies and international space agencies to fully utilise these orbital slots.
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