The Executive Vice Chairman, Nigerian Communications Commission, Dr Aminu Maida, has restated the commission’s committment to the advancement of local content and overall development of the economy.
The EVC, who was represented by the director of Public Affairs at the Commission, Reuben Muoka, stated this during NCC Special Day at the 45th Kaduna International Trade Fair, adding that NCC recognizes the importance of deepening the local content value chain as a critical driver for economic sustainability and growth.
According to the NCC boss, robust local content value chain will not only create economic opportunities but also contribute to technological advancement, job creation, and skills development within the country.
“The NCC remains dedicated to fostering an enabling environment for telecommunications industry, where local content and innovation can thrive as this is one of the most critical thrust of the Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy.
“We cannot overemphasize the fact that robust local content value chain will not only create economic opportunities but also contribute to technological advancement, job creation, and skills development within the country.
The EVC said that in line with the Commission’s commitment to supporting local content, it has implemented various initiatives to promote indigenous participation in the telecommunications sector.
“The Nigerian Office for Development of Indigenous Telecommunications Sector (NODITS), a critical unit in our Digital Economy Department and our Research and Development Department, encourages local manufacturing and assembly of telecommunications equipment, promotes local software development, and supports initiatives aimed at enhancing digital skills and entrepreneurship among Nigerian youth.