Disability News

For many persons with disabilities in rural Nigeria, mobility aids are more than just equipment — they are a ticket to independence, dignity, and the chance to dream bigger. That…

A physically-challenged woman from Edo State, Rita Idehen, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison by the Federal High Court in Benin City for drug trafficking. Idehen was among…

The government of Zimbabwe has reiterated its commitment to disability rights by urging public and private employers to prioritise the recruitment of persons with disabilities. According to a report by…

In a united effort to promote equal rights and social justice for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), the Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA), the Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption…

Abuja, Nigeria – In a bold step to confront the systemic exclusion of women and girls with disabilities from Nigeria’s political space, the Cedar Seed Foundation (CSF) on August 4,…

The House of Representatives’ Committee on Disability Matters has celebrated the successful completion of a three-month Legislative Internship Programme for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), marking a significant step towards enhancing…

The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities has commended an NGO, The Engraced Ones, for its outstanding work in promoting inclusion for children with disabilities. This recognition was made at…

The Senior Special Assistant to Katsina State Governor on Disability Matters, Lieutenant Hudu Usman (rtd), has disclosed that over 600 individuals suffering from spinal cord injuries have been identified across…

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…

Gombe — The Gombe State Commission for Persons with Disabilities has paid a courtesy visit to the State Coordinator of the Northeast Development Commission (NEDC), seeking deeper collaboration in advancing…

In a groundbreaking move for disability inclusion, the Benue State House of Assembly has passed the Disability Rights Bill into law. The development, announced on August 1, 2025, has been…

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…

The Christ’s Outreach on Disabilities (CODISA) Foundation, in partnership with Google, has trained over 30 visually-impaired individuals—mostly students from the University of Lagos (UNILAG)—on how to effectively use Artificial Intelligence…

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…

The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has praised the Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja for introducing a pioneering sign language training program for religious leaders. The initiative, launched through…