Obaseki Calls For Collaboration To End Stigmatisation Against Persons With Albinism

Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo state

Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki has called for collaboration among stakeholders to end marginalisation and stigmatisation against people with albinism.

He made the call in Benin in commemoration of the International Albinism Awareness Day with theme ‘Strength Beyond All Odds’.

He restated the need for coordinated efforts among stakeholders in supporting people with albinism to enable them to achieve their potential in life’s different endeavours.

“My government will prioritise implementation of policies and programmes that encourage social inclusion for vulnerable persons including people with albinism,” he said.