Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Tuesday said the State Government stands solidly behind the position of the National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Tinubu…
Disability News
Taraba state govt appoints new SSA
Taraba state government appointed new SSA on disabled matters. The new SSA is Mohammed Inuwa Sadiq aka Dealer from Jalingo, Taraba State. He studied at College of Agriculture, Jalingo and…
Five powerful tips for coping with a newly acquired disability
Having a disability can be really hard, but there are many ways to accept your circumstance. In this article, you’ll learn how to gradually learn to cope with having disabilities.…
Plateau state LG election: APC, PDP Declares Forms Free of Charge for PWDs
Plateau state Disability Rights Commission lead by its Chairman, James Lalu has continued its landmark achievement in leading Plateau state persons with disability in inclusion and participation in state affairs…
DRAC Galvanizes Christian Religious Leaders into Action for Disability Inclusion
As part of her activities under the Networking to Stop Violence Against Women and Girls with Disabilities Project, Disability Rights Advocacy Center (DRAC) made an impactful presentation at the National…
Top Five Differences Between Special Schools and Inclusive School Systems
Over the past few weeks, much of the information on this page has been dedicated on special schools and inclusive school systems. We have discussed the uniqueness of each. We…
SIX REASONS PARENTS SHOULD NOT BE ASHAMED TO ENROLL THEIR DISABLED CHILDREN TO INCLUSIVE SCHOOLS
Make no mistakes about it, the most important word and culture in the 21st century is inclusion, but also practices including diversity, collaboration and tolerance. The world today has been…
3m Lagosians living with disability— Govt
By Monsuru Olowoopejo The Lagos state government has disclosed that no fewer than three million residents of the state are living with disabilities. It also added that at least 600, 000…
CCD TASKS FEDERAL GOVERNMENT ON PWDS WELFARE
The Executive Director of Center for Citizens with Disabilities, David Anyaele has charged the Federal Government of Nigeria to prioritize disability right issues in its day to day activities. Mr.…
Persons Living With Disabilities Empowered With Cash and Materials in Lagos
By Bamidele Salako In keeping with its vision of fostering a sense of self-reliance and entrepreneurial zeal among people living with disabilities (PLWDs), United Kingdom-based charity organisation, Focus on Disability…
Akwa-Ibom Honorable Commissioner for Education Reaffirm State Resolution in Support of the IE Policy
The Honorable Commissioner for Education for Akwa-Ibom State, Pastor Alexander Udofia, has reaffirmed the State Government’s resolve for the effectual passage, assent and implementation of the Inclusive Education (IE) Policy.…
Plateau State Court did something unbelievable for people with disabilities in Jos
The Plateau State continues it impressive run for people living with disabilities in the state as it’s Judiciary under His Lordship the Chief Judge of the State, justice Lazarus…
FCT Minister, Mohammed Musa did something that will excite PWDs in Abuja
FCT Minister, Mohammed Musa Bello approved the construction of additional schools for PWDs JONAPWD lead Ekaete Umoh continue promoting inclusive development for persons with disabilities in Nigeria as it’s partnership…
Governor Simon Bako did something that will excite Plateau State PWDs..
Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong has yesterday approved 20% inclusion of People with Disabilities in Plateau State’s Micro Finance development fund and still counting. This is according to Facebook posted…
IRI commends persons with disabilities’ inclusion in APC’s structure
The International Republican Institute (IRI) has commended the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for including the People with Disability (PWDs) in the party structure. The Country Director of the…