The Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing inclusive healthcare, education and independent living for persons with disabilities through strategic partnerships that expand access…
Children with Disabilities
UBEC Unveils National Standards, Early Identification Tool to Advance Inclusive Education
The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has launched new National Special and Inclusive Basic Education Minimum Standards, Implementation Guidelines and a Functional Difficulty Early Identification Tool to strengthen inclusive education…
Partnership Expands Access to Education for Children with Disabilities in Zamfara
Twenty children with disabilities in Zamfara State have received learning materials through a collaborative initiative aimed at promoting inclusive and equitable access to quality education. The intervention was facilitated by…
Disability Commission Empowers Children with Disabilities at Special Needs School with Assistive Devices
The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has strengthened its commitment to inclusive education by providing assistive devices to pupils of the NAFOWA Special Needs School, Nigerian Air Force…
LASODA Reaffirms Commitment to an Inclusive Future for Every Child
The Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA) has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting the rights and inclusion of children with disabilities through its Children’s Day programme, themed “Future Now:…
HAPI Empowers Young Girls with Disabilities on Climate Resilience and Disaster Preparedness
By Chukwunyere Kelsey Nwosu | Inclusive News Network As climate change continues to increase the frequency and intensity of disasters across Nigeria, the Hope Alive for Possibilities Initiative (HAPI) has…
Foundation Supports Over 80 Children with Disabilities Through Wheelchairs, Medical Aid
More than 80 children, including children with disabilities, have benefited from assistive devices, medical support, and recreational activities at the 9th Inclusive Children’s Party organised by the Super Parents Foundation…
Education Minister Hosts Children, Recognises Disability Advocate Dera Osadebe
Abuja, Nigeria – The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, on Wednesday celebrated the 2026 Children’s Day with children from diverse backgrounds across Nigeria, including young disability advocate and actress,…
Group Urges Niger Govt to Establish Care Centre for Children with Disabilities
The Empowerment Initiative of Persons with Disabilities (EIPD) has called on the Niger State Government and relevant stakeholders to establish a Children with Disabilities Care Centre to support vulnerable children…
Eviction Leaves 32 Lagos Children with Disabilities Homeless
Thirty-two children living with developmental disabilities, including cerebral palsy and autism, have been rendered homeless following the forced eviction of Magnificient Therapy Services, a therapy and caregiving centre located in…
FG Targets Enrollment of 2 Million Children with Disabilities Under Inclusive Education Programme
The Federal Government has announced plans to enroll two million children with disabilities into schools nationwide as part of efforts to promote inclusive and accessible education under the Renewed Hope…
World Hearing Day: Disability Agency, Group Offer Free Hearing Screening for Children with Disabilities
The Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA) and Nigerbell Hearing Centres Ltd have conducted free hearing tests for selected school children with disabilities to mark the World Hearing Day…
Educational Transformation Project Boosts Inclusive Learning, ICT Awareness in Delta Special Schools
An educational transformation initiative aimed at strengthening inclusive learning and digital awareness has recorded significant milestones in three special schools across Delta State, following the successful completion of its midterm…
Stakeholders Advocate Inclusion of Children with Disabilities at Lagos Chess Programme
Stakeholders in the disability and education sectors have renewed calls for the full inclusion of children with disabilities in all aspects of Nigerian society, urging families and communities to embrace…
Lagos Reaffirms Support for Students With Disabilities at 18th IDPD Celebration
The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering a more inclusive, accessible, and supportive society as officials, educators, students, and stakeholders gathered to commemorate the 18th Edition of…