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Israel Aerospace Industries Nears $1 Billion Satellite Deal with Nigeria
Nigeria plans to buy two advanced communication satellites from Israel Aerospace Industries and Thales Alenia in a deal worth about $1 billion, marking IAI's largest satellite contract. The satellites aim to reduce Nigeria's reliance on China and expand digital services nationwide.
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- 01Nigeria plans to purchase two advanced communication satellites from Israel Aerospace Industries and Thales Alenia.
- 02The deal is valued at around $1 billion, the largest in IAI's history.
- 03Nigeria aims to reduce dependence on Chinese satellites after a debt dispute.
- 04The satellites will enhance broadband and digital services in underserved Nigerian regions.
- 05Launches are planned for 2028 and between 2029-2030, pending contract finalization.
- 06NIGCOMSAT's CEO highlighted the deal's potential to boost Nigeria's global satellite economy position.
Launches are expected between 2028 and 2030, pending final contracts.
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