The Executive Chairman of the Nasarawa State Disability Rights Commission, Hon. Saleh Barde Keana, has reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to supporting initiatives aimed at improving the welfare of persons with…
The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has convened a virtual forum involving Disability Commissions and Agencies across the country as part of efforts to strengthen disability governance and…
The Centre for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD) has successfully organised a two-day capacity-building workshop in Abia State aimed at strengthening advocacy skills among persons with disabilities in oil-producing communities. The…
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Experts Call for Inclusive Digital Ecosystem Through Stronger Disability Act Compliance
Stakeholders in Nigeria’s technology and disability advocacy space have called for stricter enforcement of the Discrimination Against Persons with Disabilities (Prohibition) Act, warning that weak compliance continues to exclude millions…
Abuja, Nigeria — April 29, 2026 Stakeholders have called for the urgent integration of disability-inclusive measures into Nigeria’s climate policies, following a high-level youth dialogue held in Abuja. The one-day…
Bauchi, Nigeria — The Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD) has called for urgent policy reforms to improve the welfare of workers with disabilities, including the introduction of…
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Federal Teaching Hospital Katsina to Hire Sign Language Interpreters, Boost Inclusive Healthcare
The Federal Teaching Hospital, Katsina, has announced plans to engage sign language interpreters as part of efforts to strengthen inclusive healthcare delivery for persons with disabilities. This follows a courtesy…
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Workers’ Day 2026: Presidency Commends Persons with Disabilities, Promises Inclusive Policies
ABUJA, Nigeria — The Presidency has extended warm greetings to Nigerian workers in celebration of the 2026 International Workers’ Day, with special recognition for persons with disabilities, applauding their resilience…
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Workers’ Day 2026: Association Commends Deaf Professionals, Urges End to Workplace Discrimination
ABUJA, Nigeria — The Nigeria National Association of the Deaf has congratulated workers across the country on the 2026 International Workers’ Day, while commending Deaf professionals for their resilience and…
BADAGRY, Lagos — Stakeholders have called on persons with disabilities (PwDs) to embrace self-leadership and purposeful living as a pathway to success and community impact. The call came during a…
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Deaf Athletes Protest Exclusion from 2026 National Sports Festival, Demand Immediate Reversal
Deaf athletes and stakeholders in Nigeria have expressed outrage over the exclusion of Deaf sports from the list of compulsory events for the 2026 National Sports Festival, warning that the…
ABUJA — Over 200 participants, including children with autism, parents, caregivers, and advocates, took to the streets of the Federal Capital Territory in a four-kilometre awareness walk, calling for stronger…
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Disability Commission, Summit Committee Move to Deepen Disability Inclusion Ahead of London Economic Summit
ABUJA, Nigeria — The Planning Committee of the African Inclusive Economic Summit has sought strategic collaboration with the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) as preparations intensify for the…
Persons with disabilities in Adamawa State have called on the Governor of Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri to fulfill his commitment to the disability community by signing the amended Adamawa State Disability…
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NCPWD Commends Plateau State Library Board for Jos Book Fair 2026, Reaffirms Support for Inclusive Literacy
The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has commended the Plateau State Library Board for its partnership in the Jos Book Fair 2026, describing the initiative as a significant…