The Abia State Government has mandated the installation of elevators and other accessibility features in all public buildings to accommodate persons with disabilities, as part of its commitment to inclusive…
Disability News
University of Jos Promotes Second Deaf Professor, Reinforces Legacy of Inclusive Education
The University of Jos has once again made a landmark stride in inclusive education with the elevation of Dr. Michael Abednego to the rank of Professor in Special Education and…
Disability rights advocates have renewed calls for greater inclusion and visibility within Nigeria’s National Assembly, particularly emphasizing the full integration of sign language interpreters in all legislative proceedings and televised…
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to disability inclusion with a renewed drive to enforce the statutory 5% recruitment quota for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) across the Federal Civil…
Disability Rights Group Urges Immediate Implementation of Delta State Disability Law
The Isaac Joshua Initiative for Disabilities (IJID) has issued a strong call to action, urging the Delta State Government and relevant stakeholders to immediately commence full implementation of the Delta…
World Bank Set to Launch SURWASH Program in Bauchi with Focus on Disability Inclusion
Bauchi, Nigeria – The World Bank is set to commence its Sustainable Urban and Rural Water Supply, Sanitation and Hygiene (SURWASH) program in Bauchi State, with a strong emphasis on…
Advocate Calls for National Policy, Constitutional Recognition for Spinal Cord Injury Survivors in Nigeria
Kano — Engr. Abdul Haruna, a prominent disability rights advocate and former Chairman of the Spinal Cord Injuries Association of Nigeria (SCIAN), Kano Chapter, has called for the constitutional recognition…
Presidential Aide Unveils 2024 State of Disability Inclusion Report, Charts Strategic Direction for Inclusive Development
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities, Hon. Mohammed Abba Isa, has officially unveiled the 2024 State of Disability Inclusion Report in Abuja. The…
Abuja, Nigeria – Key stakeholders, led by the Albinism Association of Nigeria (AAN), have renewed calls for the integration of disability-inclusive strategies into Nigeria’s climate change and health policies, with…
Abuja, Nigeria – A newly released national report on disability inclusion has revealed that 28 percent of health facilities in Nigeria lack basic accessibility features, posing significant challenges for persons…
Abuja, Nigeria – In a groundbreaking development for disability rights in Nigeria, Project Enable Africa, in partnership with the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) and the Federal Ministry…
Eniola Bolaji Stuns World No. 1 to Win British & Irish Para Badminton Title
CARDIFF, UK – Nigeria’s Paralympic bronze medallist, Eniola Bolaji, delivered a stunning performance to claim the 2025 British and Irish Para Badminton International title, defeating world No. 1 and reigning…
Lafia – The Executive Chairman of the Nasarawa State Disability Rights Commission (NSDRC), Mr. Saleh Barde Keana, has been honoured with the Outstanding Disability Rights Advocate Award by the National…
FCT, Abuja – A member of the National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the National Leader of Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) in the party, Aare…
In a significant move toward enhancing media accessibility for the deaf community, the Association of Sign Language Interpreters of Nigeria (ASLIN), Edo State Chapter, paid a landmark courtesy visit to…