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:…
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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…
School Decries Rising Neglect and Stigma Against Children With Disabilities
The management of Child Care Trust, the Abuja-based special needs school founded by the late First Lady, Stella Obasanjo, has raised serious concerns over the increasing discrimination, dehumanisation, and abandonment…
World Kindness Day: Presidential Aide Celebrates With Children With Disabilities
The 2025 World Kindness Day celebration at the FCT School for Children with Special Needs, Kuje, Abuja, was filled with colour, excitement, and heartfelt expressions of inclusion as children, parents,…
Children’s Day: LASODA Urges Parents to Support and Celebrate Children with Disabilities
The Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA) has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting inclusion and equal rights for children with disabilities, urging parents and caregivers not to relent in…
Disability Commission Boss Seeks Special Enrollment Drive For Girls With Disabilities
The Executive Chairman of the Nasarawa State Disability Rights Commission (NSDRC), Hon. Saleh Barde Keana, has called for special recognition and enrollment of girls with disabilities in schools across the…