By Ogunbayo Oluwaseyi, Ogun Excitement lit up the National Stadium Mainbowl in Surulere, Lagos, as the third edition of the Kerry Okoh Foundation Deaf Football Friendly Match delivered a memorable…
The Abuja Association of the Deaf has called for the adoption and extension of sign language use across all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), as well as other government bodies,…
The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has awarded Gallaudet University a $1.5 million cost extension for the Strengthening Deaf Education, Empowerment, and Employment (Deaf-E3) Activity in Nigeria. This announcement…
The Abuja Association of the Deaf (AAD) has concluded the historic Abuja Inclusive Marathon Walk, an event organized to commemorate the 2024 International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPWD). This…
ABUJA – The Abuja Association of the Deaf (AAD) has called for the establishment of a Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Commission for Persons with Disabilities, in accordance with the Nigeria…
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IKWDDA Advocates for Accessible Communication Services for the Deaf in Public Institutions
The Ikorodu West Deaf Development Association (IKWDDA) has urged government offices and public spaces to provide Sign Language interpreters to ensure inclusivity and effective communication for the deaf community. Speaking…
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IKWDDA Advocates for Sign Language Interpreters in Health Institutions
The Ikorodu West Deaf Development Association (IKWDDA) has called for the provision of sign language interpreters in health institutions and other public spaces. This appeal was made on Thursday to…
The Deaf Women Aloud Initiative (DWAI) has taken a bold step towards fostering inclusivity by organizing a one-day workshop to train stakeholders on disability inclusion and stigma reduction. The event,…
Wesley University, Ondo State, celebrated a remarkable milestone during its 13th convocation ceremony over the weekend as five students with hearing disabilities graduated with Second Class Upper honours. These exceptional…
To bridge communication gaps and create a more inclusive society for hearing-impaired individuals, the Bauchi State Agency for Persons with Disabilities conducted a transformative four-day training on Sign Language interpretation.…
On November 20, 2024, Equity and Inclusion Connect Initiative (EIC), a trailblazing NGO dedicated to equitable and inclusive education, launched its groundbreaking STEM Mentorship Project at the Government School for…
The National Association of Deaf Students (NADS) at Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE), Rivers State Chapter, has called on stakeholders to actively support inclusive education across Rivers State, highlighting…
In a significant advocacy visit, the President of the Association of Sign Language Interpreters of Nigeria (ASLIN), Mr. Timothy Tinat, alongside a member of the National Executive Committee, met with…
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Obasanjo Reflects on Personal Hearing Loss, Announces Hearing Aid Initiative in Bauchi
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has revealed that he unknowingly suffered from a 25 percent hearing loss, a condition that was discovered only after a medical check-up abroad. Obasanjo shared this…
On Friday, October 18, 2024, Nigeria’s Deaf Eagles delivered an outstanding performance, thrashing Niger Republic 4-0 to claim the title in the 12th edition of the West Africa Deaf Football…