China launched a satellite for Nigeria

China successfully launched Nigeria's NigComSat-1R satellite into orbit today.

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Xinhua said that the satellite was pushed by Long March-3B missiles from the Satellite Launch Center of Xichang Province, southwest of China at 0:41 (Beijing time).

NigComSat-1R telecommunications satellite is launched at
The center launched the Xichang satellite. (Photo: Xinhua)

NigComSat-1R of Nigeria has a life of 15 years. It was launched into orbit to promote information, television, internet, maritime and distance education services from Africa, Europe and Asia.

The satellite, produced by the China Space Technology Institute, replaces a $ 257 million model failed in 2008, due to battery charging, the Nigerian government said.

President Goodluck Jonathan of Nigeria said on AFP : " Satellite NigComSat-1R will strengthen the telecommunications system as well as create conditions for fast and cheaper internet access, and create a bridge between urban and rural areas. easily".

This is the third time China has provided satellite launch services for foreign visitors. Previously, China had twice launched successful telecommunications satellites for Pakistan.