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Airtel Nigeria installs Eutelsat OneWeb dish to enhance connectivity

Airtel delivers high-speed internet to remote Nigerian regions, empowering communities and closing the digital divide.

Airtel Nigeria has announced the installation of a Eutelsat OneWeb dish at its Lagos site, to improve high-speed internet access in remote areas across the country. This installation is set to enhance connectivity for businesses and government operations throughout Nigeria.

The newly installed dish will provide high-speed internet with speeds of up to 100 Mbps and low latency of less than 100 milliseconds. This development will enable businesses to extend their reach into underserved areas, offering expanded possibilities for various industries.

Airtel Nigeria is targeting enterprise customers who require fast and reliable internet solutions, offering antennas that can be installed in vehicles such as cars, vessels and trains, thereby enabling land mobility. This technology is particularly beneficial for sectors like the navy, military and maritime industries.

To ensure the effective deployment of this service, Airtel Nigeria has equipped its local team with the necessary skills to manage and sustain this advanced technology. This initiative not only aims to support ongoing projects and future innovations but also to empower local communities by bridging the digital divide with fast and reliable internet access.