NIGCOMSAT and MOMAS-EPAIL partner to boost National Security

The Nigerian Communications Satellite Limited (NIGCOMSAT) and MOMAS-EPAIL have partnered to enhance communication infrastructure and bolster national security. The two entities signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the MOMAS-EPAIL factory in Mowe, Ogun State, marking a significant step towards strengthening Nigeria’s defense capabilities.

The collaboration aims to leverage NIGCOMSAT’s satellite communication expertise with MOMAS-EPAIL’s technological prowess to build a robust communication network. By combining their strengths, the partners seek to improve data collection, enhance information management, and develop a knowledge-based system to safeguard the nation’s security infrastructure.

The Managing Director, NIGCOMSAT Limited, Jane Egerton-Idehen, commended the Chairman of MOMAS-EPAIL for the remarkable investment the Company has made in Nigeria towards developing local content in power, defence and other sectors. She equally lauded MOMAS-EPAIL for being at the forefront of innovation, while urging other indigenous companies to partner with NIGCOMSAT to move the country forward through effective server communication network. 

Egerton-Idehen stated that the company is posed towards serving Nigeria through Nigerians, adding that there is need to protect, create values and embrace innovation in the defence sector. “NIGCOMSAT is the premier satellite communication company for Nigeria. So, there is value in collaborating in helping our defence sector,” she said. 

In his remarks, Engr. Kola Balogun, the Chairman, MOMAS-EPAIL noted that the partnership with NIGCOMSAT will build effective database, improve on data collection and develop very strong knowledge-based information that will protect the security network. Balogun said that the company has grown remarkably in providing armoured vehicles and some classical operational materials, adding that building energy with NIGCOMSAT will enhanced group communication infrastructure and also enhance front line operations