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The Nigerian Communications Satellite (NIGCOMSAT) Ltd has announced the launch of Phase 2 of its Space-Tech Accelerator Programme, set for July 18, 2025, in Abuja. This landmark initiative supports startups developing satellite and space-based innovations to tackle pressing challenges in agriculture, healthcare, education, logistics, climate resilience, robotics, and digital infrastructure.
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Themed “Innovation in Orbit: Empowering the Next Generation of Space-Tech Entrepreneurs,” the 2025 cohort aims to strengthen Nigeria’s position in the global space economy by nurturing bold, tech-driven solutions rooted in local ingenuity.
According to Mrs. Maureen Nzekwe, Programme Coordinator, the inaugural phase of the accelerator received 281 applications, with 35 startups advancing to the final stage. Notably, there was a surge in participation from female-led startups, aligning with NIGCOMSAT’s broader goal of promoting gender inclusion and supporting women in STEM.
Speaking ahead of the launch, Mrs. Jane Nkechi Egerton-Idehen, Managing Director/CEO of NIGCOMSAT Ltd, emphasized the strategic value of the initiative:
“Placing space technology in the hands of Nigeria’s brightest innovators is a bold step towards sustainable national development. This accelerator is not only a platform for nurturing viable tech solutions but also a catalyst for redefining Nigeria’s role in the global space-tech ecosystem.”
The programme kicks off with onboarding on June 20, 2025, followed by a robust series of capacity-building workshops, mentorship sessions, product development, and business acceleration activities. The journey culminates in Demo Day this October, where selected startups will pitch their solutions to investors, government leaders, and international stakeholders—creating opportunities for funding, partnerships, and global visibility.
Delivered in collaboration with key partners such as the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA), private sector experts, investors, and innovation hubs, the accelerator serves as a launchpad for Nigeria’s emerging space-tech ecosystem.
