Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has confirmed her attendance at the closing ceremony of the 3rd National Para Games, scheduled to hold on Friday at the Moshood Abiola National…
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has announced a N200 million support package for autism advocacy and caregiver development, as 16-year-old autistic cyclist, Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke, set a new Guinness World Record.…
The Executive Secretary of the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), Hon. Ayuba Gufwan, has joined the global community in commemorating World Autism Awareness Day, calling for greater inclusion,…
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World Autism Day: Abiodun Donates ₦20 Million to ‘Cycling for Autism’ Initiative
The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has donated ₦20 million to the Cycling for Autism with KanyeChukwu initiative in support of efforts to raise awareness about autism across Nigeria.…
The Executive Secretary of the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), Ayuba Gufwan, has reaffirmed his commitment to supporting qualified persons with disabilities (PWDs) seeking to participate in politics…
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Disability Commission Strengthens Partnership with Prothese Foundation to Deepen Inclusion in Nigeria
The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has strengthened its partnership with the Prothese Foundation as part of ongoing efforts to advance inclusion and empowerment for Persons with Disabilities…
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NCPWD Hosts Sterling Inclusive Education and Development Initiative to Strengthen Disability Rights Collaboration
The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has hosted a delegation from the Sterling Inclusive Education and Development Initiative (SIEDI) during a courtesy visit to the Executive Secretary of…
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Disability Commission Begins Accessibility Audit of Universities at Federal University Lafia
The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has commenced an accessibility audit of universities across Nigeria as part of efforts to enforce the Disability (Accessibility) Regulations 2023 and promote…
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NCPWD Felicitates President Tinubu at 74, Commends Commitment to Disability Inclusion
The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the occasion of his 74th birthday, praising his leadership and commitment to promoting the welfare…
The founder of Omega Power Ministries, Apostle Chibuzor Gift Chinyere, has officiated the marriage of Aboy Chibuzor, a young man with autism, to an older single woman, despite earlier public…
The Founder of Omega Power Ministries, Apostle Chibuzor Gift Chinyere, has issued a public apology to women following widespread criticism over a viral video in which he sought a wife…
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Edo Disability Commission Pledges Stronger Inclusion, Support for Persons with Disabilities
The Edo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting the welfare, rights, and full inclusion of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), with renewed emphasis on strengthening advocacy initiatives and support…
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Persons with Disabilities Demand Legislative Seats, Stronger Implementation of Disability Laws
Persons with disabilities (PWDs) have renewed calls for the creation of dedicated legislative seats and the full implementation of existing disability laws, citing continued exclusion from governance, education, employment, and…
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National Deaf Association Expands Advocacy, Education Efforts to Advance Inclusion of Deaf Persons in Q1 2026
The Nigerian National Association of the Deaf (NNAD) has recorded notable progress in promoting the rights, inclusion, and empowerment of deaf persons across Nigeria during the first quarter of 2026.…
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Foundation Advocates Inclusion of Sign Language in School Curriculum to Promote Inclusive Education
A non-governmental organisation, the Kehinde Oshilaja Foundation for Persons Living with Disabilities, has called on governments at all levels to integrate sign language into the curriculum of primary and secondary…