SATELLITES SYSTEMS AND NIGERIAN COMMUNICATION SATELLITES (NIGCOMSAT): AN OVERVIEW

Satellites are specific or multipurpose man – made systems that operate in the space for various technologically related applications. This paper attempts a review of satellites systems and Nigerian Communication Satellites (NigComSat). Sub themes covered include: how satellites works, frequency bands, benefits of NigComSat 1R and that of satellites in general. The paper concluded by advocating a reformation of educational curriculum to make space technology a priority, supported with appropriate infrastructure; and effective marketing of the satellites communication facility. This is believed would place the country among the fore-runners in space technology.