The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has joined the global community to mark World Spinal Cord Injury Day, emphasizing awareness, prevention, and improved support for individuals living with…
Disability News
The Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA) reaffirmed its dedication to innovation and inclusion with the successful hosting of the 2025 Ability Expo and Talent Hunt. The one-day event,…
Salisiyya Leader Pledges Advocacy for Deaf S’Eagles, Calls for Disability Inclusion
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.…
Disability Commission, Federal University of Lafia Renew Commitment to Inclusive Education
The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has reaffirmed its collaboration with the Federal University of Lafia (FULafia) to strengthen inclusive education and improve accessibility for students with disabilities.…
The Gombe State Commission for Persons with Disabilities has moved to strengthen disability inclusion efforts by seeking collaboration with the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on…
Gufwan Applauds Federal University Lafia for Championing Inclusive Education, Empowerment of Students with Disabilities
The Executive Secretary of the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), Hon. Ayuba Burki Gufwan, has lauded the Federal University, Lafia, for its outstanding commitment to inclusive education and…
Disability Commission Partners Africa Inclusive Economy Summit to Drive Disability-Inclusive Development
Abuja – The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has announced plans to collaborate with the Africa Inclusive Economy Summit to advance disability-inclusive economic development across the continent. The…
Benue State has recorded a major milestone in disability inclusion as Governor Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Alia has signed the Disability Rights Act into law. The new legislation, which was…
Benue State has recorded a major milestone in inclusive governance as Governor Hyacinth Alia, on Friday, August 29, 2025, signed into law the Persons with Disabilities Rights Commission Bill. The…
The Dangote Group has joined in mourning the death of Ruth Otabor, sister to reality TV star Phyna, who passed away weeks after becoming an amputee following an accident with…
Ruth Otabor, younger sister of Big Brother Naija Season 7 winner, Phyna, has died from injuries sustained in a tragic accident involving a Dangote Group truck near Auchi Polytechnic, Edo…
Deaf Super Eagles Triumph in Abuja, Lift 6th West African Deaf Football Crown, NCPWD Hails Victory
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…
Lagos LCDA Appoints Sign Language Interpreter to Promote Inclusive Governance
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…
Presidential Aide Urges Accessibility by Design for Digital Education Transformation
Abuja – The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities, Hon. Mohammed Abba Isa, has called for digital inclusivity in Nigeria’s education sector, stressing that…
Disability Commission, Sightsavers Launch Training to Boost Staff Capacity and Professionalism
The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has partnered with Sightsavers Nigeria to organize a capacity-building workshop aimed at strengthening staff efficiency, ethics, and service delivery to over 35.5…