Access to substantial funding has been a major challenge faced by Persons with Disabilities in Nigeria despite their situations. Quite a number of Persons with Disabilities have suffered non-inclusivity, Victimization,…
Nigeria’s civil society group, the Albino Foundation, also known as TAF Africa, says it will hold a Voter education Campaign in Kogi State, north-central Nigeria on Wednesday, tagged, Able2Vote campaign…
Abia State governor, Gov. Alex Otti has appointed Executive Director, Centre for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD), and Convener Coalition of Disability Organizations (CODO), David Anyaele as Special Assistant to the…
By Elizabeth Osayande The Country Advocacy Coordinator, Sightsavers, Nigerian body, Esther Bature, has stated that world leaders, should ensure that the voices of those with disabilities are heard in the…
Disability News
Makinde’s Aide on Disability Matters visits rehabilitation centre in Ibadan, assures of gov’s commitment
The Executive Assistant to Governor Seyi Makinde on Disability Matters, Hon. Timothy Olufemi, on Saturday, paid a courtesy visit to the Rehabilitation Centre for Disabled Persons in Moniya, Ibadan. Hon.…
By Umar Saleh Burra, Bauchi Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed has flagged off the distribution of food and non-food materials as palliative to vulnerable households in Bauchi State.…
A Non-Governmental Organisation Cedar Seed Foundation has advocated for immediate implementation of Article 29 of the UN convention on the rights of persons with disabilities and section 30 of the…
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CSF calls for inclusion of Women with Disabilities in Governance and Decision Makings
Cedar Seed Foundation has called for inclusion of women with disabilities in governance and decision makings The foundation made the call at a press conference and rally organised by the…
By Oni Femi, Ekiti The Disability Not A Barriers Initiative (DINABI) and Ekiti State chapter of the Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD) have conducted a needs assessment…
The National Identity Management Commission has launched a self-service solution that allows Nigerians to register for the National Identification Number from the comfort of their house through a smart phone.…
Disability News
Nigerians hail Abdulrazaq for appointing men with disability Permanent Secretaries in Kwara
In the bustling heart of Nigeria, Kwara State has become a beacon of hope and inclusivity. Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq recently made history by appointing two physically challenged individuals as Permanent…
The Federal Government has received a petition with 48,063 signatures from 121 countries calling for action to protect disability rights. This is ahead of the UN summit on Sustainable Development…
By Umar Saleh Burrah and Yusuf Mohammed Lawan, Bauchi The leadership of Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD) Bauchi state chapter has expressed immense gratitude and sincere appreciation…
The National Commission for Persons With Disabilities has announced 9 Disability – inclusive policies that will serve as a guide to the general public in relating with Persons With Disabilities…
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Commission proposes European Disability and Parking Card valid in all Member States
The European Commission has proposed the introduction of a European Disability Card as well as the enhancement of the current European Parking Card for persons with disabilities. Both cards will…