Signumify, a Lagos‑born AI accessibility startup, is stepping into the spotlight with an ambitious goal: to make every public message understandable to everyone, everywhere. After months of rapid adoption across industries, the company is formally announcing its platform — one that promises to redefine how people interact with public information.
Founded by Abdulazeez Abdulkadir & Osani Onyebuchi, Signumify uses a blend of computer vision, proprietary marker technology, and secure NFC translation to deliver instant, context‑aware translations of public signage. Whether a user points their camera at a sign or taps their phone on an NFC tag, Signumify instantly localises the message into over 150 languages.
Fixing a Global Problem Hidden in Plain Sight
Public signage is one of the world’s most universal communication tools, yet it often excludes millions who cannot read the language it’s written in. Airports, hospitals, museums, and city infrastructure rely heavily on static signs that assume linguistic familiarity.
Signumify is tackling this gap head‑on
“Our vision is simple but bold — to make every public message understandable to everyone, everywhere,” said co-founder Abdulazeez Abdulkadir. “ Language shouldn’t be a barrier to movement, safety, or access. We’re building the infrastructure that makes public communication truly universal.”
Early Traction Shows Strong Demand
Despite being early in its journey, Signumify has already onboarded a good number of organisations and active users engaging with translated signage across multiple sectors. The platform is currently deployed in: Airports and transportation hubs, Retail centers and shopping malls, Museums and cultural institutions, Hospitals and healthcare facilities, Events, exhibitions, and conferences.
This breadth of adoption highlights a clear need for accessible, multilingual communication especially in regions with diverse populations or high visitor traffic.
How It Works
Signumify’s system combines three layers of technology:
AI‑driven computer vision to detect and interpret signage.
Proprietary markers embedded in physical signs for precise localisation.
NFC‑powered instant translation for tap‑based access.
The result is a seamless experience: users simply scan or tap, and the platform delivers accurate, context‑aware translations in real time.
A New Dawn?
While many translation tools focus on text or conversation, Signumify is carving out a new category — AI‑powered public communication infrastructure.
“We’re not just translating words” Abdulazeez explained - “We’re enabling cities, businesses, and institutions to communicate inclusively with everyone who walks through their doors.”
Looking Ahead
With growing adoption and a clear global use case, Signumify is positioning itself as a foundational layer for multilingual accessibility in public spaces. The company plans to expand its technology footprint, deepen integrations with city infrastructure, and scale its platform across Africa and beyond.
As global mobility increases and cities become more diverse, Signumify’s mission to make public information universally accessible is becoming not just relevant, but essential.
