The Executive Chairman of the Nasarawa State Disability Rights Commission (NSDRC), Hon. Saleh Barde Keana, has commended the Chairman of the Nasarawa State Teachers Service Commission (TSC), Ambassador Timothy Kasuwa,…
Disability News
Women Group Hails Historic Appointment of Sanni Oluwafunmilayo in Mosan-Okunola LCDA
The Network of Women with Disabilities (NWD) has congratulated Mrs. Sanni Oluwafunmilayo on her historic appointment as the Senior Special Assistant on Special Needs and Disability Matters to the Executive…
Albinism Association Calls for Greater Inclusion as Ghana Marks National Disability Day
The Ghana Association of Persons with Albinism (GAPA) has called for greater inclusion and collective action to advance the rights of persons with disabilities as Ghana commemorates National Disability Day.…
Australia Set to Host Deaf Football World Cup 2027, Winner to Take Home $30,000
The Deaf International Football Association (DIFA) has officially announced details of the DIFA Deaf Football World Cup Australia 2027, with the tournament set to take place in Parramatta, Australia, from…
‎The Zamfara State Persons with Disabilities Board (ZSPwDB) has organised a two-day Biannual Comprehensive Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) Awareness and Service Workshop for persons with disabilities in…
Disability Commission Chairman Reaffirms Commitment to Inclusion During Visit by Disability Groups
The Chairman of the Abia State Commission for the Welfare of Disabled Persons, Dr. David Obinna Anyaele, has reaffirmed the commitment of the Abia State Government to promoting inclusion, empowerment,…
Disability Commission Chairman Celebrates PhD Achievement in International Law and Diplomacy
The Chairman of the Abia State Commission for the Welfare of Disabled Persons, Dr. David Obinna Anyaele, has celebrated the successful completion of his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Political…
The Chairman of the Abia State Commission for the Welfare of Disabled Persons, Dr. David Obinna Anyaele, has been honoured with the Meritorious Award as Ambassador of Faith during the…
Foundation Supports Over 80 Children with Disabilities Through Wheelchairs, Medical Aid
More than 80 children, including children with disabilities, have benefited from assistive devices, medical support, and recreational activities at the 9th Inclusive Children’s Party organised by the Super Parents Foundation…
Kano Youth Event Promotes Entrepreneurship, Inclusion for Persons with Disabilities
The Kano Youth Business, Culture and Games Event was successfully held on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at the Special Education School, Tudun Maliki, Kano, bringing together students, youths with disabilities,…
In a landmark move for disability inclusion at the grassroots level, Sanni Oluwafunmilayo Oluwasegun has been appointed as the first-ever Senior Special Assistant on Special Needs and Disability Matters to…
Disability Commission, EU Partner to Combat Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Against PWDs
The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening efforts to prevent and respond to sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) affecting persons with disabilities through…
AWWDI Strengthens Leadership Capacity of Women with Disabilities Through Mentorship Programme
The Advocacy for Women with Disabilities Initiative (AWWDI), with support from the African Women’s Development Fund (AWDF), has conducted a Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) session for mentors and mentees participating…
Anonymous Alumnus Donates Assistive Technology Laptops to Visually Impaired Students at Gombe State University
The Department of Sociology at Gombe State University has received a donation of three laptops equipped with assistive software designed to support visually impaired students, courtesy of an anonymous alumnus…
ISDI Launches Laptop and Phone Repair Training Programme for Persons with Disabilities in Abuja
By Chukwunyere Kelsey Nwosu (INN) The Inclusive Skills Development Initiative (ISDI) has launched its flagship Laptop and Phone Repair Training Programme for persons with disabilities across the Federal Capital Territory…