The Albinism Association of Nigeria (AAN) has urged the federal government to incorporate free skin cancer treatment and routine dermatological check-ups for persons with albinism into the national healthcare system.…
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World Cancer Day: Kwara Albinism Association Calls for Greater Support to Prevent Skin Cancer
The Kwara State Chapter of the Albinism Association of Nigeria has urged government agencies, ministries, and philanthropists to intensify support for persons with albinism, particularly in preventing skin cancer. In…
Inclusive Education: Stakeholders Urge Government to Support Persons with Albinism
Stakeholders have urged the Federal Government to prioritize inclusive education policies to guarantee equal learning opportunities for Persons with Albinism (PWAs) and other marginalized groups. This call was made at…
Albinism Association Calls on Govt to Make Inclusive Commitments at 2025 Global Disability Summit
The Albinism Association of Nigeria (AAN) has urged the Nigerian government to make inclusive commitments for marginalized groups at the 2025 Global Disability Summit (GDS), scheduled for April. Dr. Bisi…
The Albinism Association of Nigeria (AAN) has made an urgent appeal for support as 40 of its members battle various stages of skin cancer across the country. Dr. Mrs. Bisi…
Jake Epelle Honored with the Traditional Title ‘Balolo’ by King Amanyanabo of Opobo
Jake Epelle, CEO of TAF Africa, has been conferred with the distinguished title Balolo (Early Morning Star) by His Majesty King Dr. Dandeson Douglas Jaja, DSSRS, CFR, Jeki V—Treaty King,…
LAAF Advocates Free Skin Cancer Treatment for Persons with Albinism in Lagos
The Lagos Albinism Awareness Foundation (LAAF) has urged the Lagos State Government to provide free skin cancer treatment for persons with albinism, emphasizing the need for accessible healthcare to address…
Alleged rights breach: Jake Epelle files N150m suit against Emirates Airline
Mr. Jake Epelle, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of The Albino Foundation (TAF) Africa, has filed a N150 million suit against Emirates Airline over allegations bordering on the breach of his…
The Lagos State Chairman of the Albinism Association of Nigeria (AAN), Tolani Ojuri, has called for increased media collaboration in raising awareness about the rights of individuals with albinism in…
Albinism Association Urges Immediate Action on National Policy Implementation Five Years After Approval
The Albinism Association of Nigeria (AAN) has intensified its call for the immediate implementation of the National Albinism Policy, a critical framework developed to address the unique challenges of persons…
Veteran actor, Adewale Adeoye, fondly known as Elesho, has recounted the extraordinary circumstances surrounding his birth, which catapulted him to fame from day one. Born an albino to dark-skinned parents,…
Albinism Awareness: LASODA Advocates For Skin Cancer Prevention In Persons With Condition
Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA) has charged people with albinism to focus more on preventive tips against skin cancers and other skin diseases by ensuring they protect their…
Group urges govt to implement policy on inclusive education for PWA
The Albinism Association of Nigeria (AAN) has urged the Federal Government to implement the national policy on inclusive education for persons with albinism. In a communiqué signed by Programme Manager…
The General Manager Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs, Mrs Adenike Oyetunde-Lawal, has called on everyone in Lagos State to join hands with the government to ensure the protection and…
To advance the inclusion of Persons with Albinism in government’s activities and programs, the Lagos Albinism Awareness Foundation (LAAF), on Saturday, 5th August, called for inclusion of Persons with Albinism…