Abuja — The call for recognition of Nigerian Sign Language (NSL) gained momentum Tuesday as the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) and the Nigerian National Association of the…
Abuja, Nigeria — The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has joined the global community in celebrating the 2025 International Week of the Deaf, with this year’s theme: “With…
The Opeoluwa Sotonwa Foundation (OSF), an international nonprofit dedicated to education, mentorship, and advocacy, has announced the recipients of its 2025 scholarships and fellowships, reinforcing its mission to empower Nigeria’s…
The Cross River State Deaf Community has expressed appreciation to Governor Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu for appointing members of the State Disability Commission, describing the move as a demonstration…
Leader of the Salisiyya Movement, Honourable Salisu Sabo, has called on the Federal Government to give greater attention to the welfare and development of persons with disabilities in Nigeria. Hon.…
Nigeria’s Deaf Super Eagles have reaffirmed their dominance in African deaf football by winning the 13th edition of the West African Deaf Football Championship after a dramatic penalty shootout victory…
In a significant step towards inclusive governance, the Executive Chairman of Ejigbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Aare Taoheed Adebayo Taiwo (TAT), has appointed Miss Suzan Oyeniran as the official…
Liberia’s Deaf Football Team put up a spirited performance to thrash Togo 3-0 in their opening Group B match at the 13th West Africa Deaf Football Tournament in Abuja. An…
Nigeria’s Deaf Eagles began their title defense at the 13th edition of the West Africa Deaf Football Tournament in emphatic style, securing a 3-0 triumph over Cote d’Ivoire in Abuja.…
For years, Precious Usman lived in silence. A farmer struggling to provide for her family, she often felt cut off from her community. But her story changed when she received…
Badagry, Lagos — The Gifted and Talented School for the Deaf in Ibereko, Badagry, has called on government, philanthropists, and the public to support its mission of providing quality education…
Adeniyi Oyebade, a Deaf advocate, has launched a foundation aimed at supporting the educational and sporting needs of the Deaf and persons with disabilities (PWDs) across Nigeria. Speaking in an…
In a historic step toward gender and disability inclusion, Nigeria has hosted its first-ever national conference focused exclusively on female sign language interpreters—and their vital role in combating gender-based violence…
Ibadan – The Oyo State Association of the Deaf (OYSAD), in collaboration with stakeholders from the disability community, has honoured Governor Seyi Makinde with its first-ever public lecture and press…
Lagos – The Lagos State University (LASU) has granted provisional approval for the establishment of the Sign Language Ambassador Club (SLAC), marking a significant step toward promoting inclusive education and…
