Nigcomsat Hackathon To Empower Students, Local Innovators In North-west

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.