Barriers to digital participation have been identified for persons with disabilities. Inadequate skills and costly devices are among the obstacles. Certain digital products are also inaccessible, hindering full participation in the digital economy.
The Nigerian Communications Commission has noted these issues, highlighting the need for greater accessibility.
Further details on these barriers and their impact are available from the source, providing more insight into the challenges faced by persons with disabilities in the digital economy.
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