NCC seeks solutions to technology barriers facing PWDs

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has called on young innovators to develop affordable and scalable technology solutions to address the barriers faced by persons with disabilities (PWDs) and other underserved Nigerians in participating fully in the digital economy. At the opening of the fourth NCC Hackathon Live Show in Abuja, Rimini Makama, the Executive Commissioner for Stakeholder Management, emphasized the need for technology that is simple to use, affordable, scalable, and capable of improving the quality of life for millions of Nigerians.

The two-day event aims to produce practical solutions in areas such as artificial intelligence, assistive technologies, voice-enabled communication, sign-language recognition, accessible digital services, and inclusive employment platforms.

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