To mark International Women’s Day 2025, the General Manager of the Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA), Mrs. Adenike Oyetunde-Lawal, lent her voice to the critical discourse on reproductive…
The National Directorate of Employment (NDE) has trained 33,692 unemployed youths, women, and persons with disabilities in various skill acquisition programs across Nigeria. Speaking at the resettlement event for beneficiaries…
Nintendo has announced its participation in the Accessible Games Initiative, a collaborative industry effort that includes companies like EA and Xbox. This initiative aims to improve accessibility in gaming by…
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Senator Asige Urges Nigeria to Ensure Parliamentary Seats for Persons with Disabilities
Kenyan Senator Crystal Asige has urged Nigeria to amend its constitution to ensure parliamentary representation for people with disabilities (PWDs), arguing that only those who experience such challenges firsthand can…
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Ramadan: Foundation Partners with Presidency to Support PWDs, Vulnerable Persons with Food Aid
In the spirit of Ramadan, Near Foundation, in collaboration with the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities, Mohammed Abba Isa, has…
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FAECARE Foundation Engages Stakeholders, Honours Champions of Disability Accessibility
Port Harcourt, Nigeria – March 21, 2025 – FAECARE Foundation has successfully concluded its Stakeholder Engagement program, marking the end of the Disability Rights Initiative Project: Accessibility (DRIPA). Launched last…
The Vice Chancellor of the University of Jos, Professor Tanko Ishaya, has reaffirmed his administration’s steadfast commitment to prioritizing students with disabilities, ensuring they receive the necessary support to thrive…
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LASODA Boosts Economic Inclusion: 78 Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Receive Financial and Business Support
In a move to enhance economic opportunities for persons with disabilities (PWDs), the Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA) has empowered 78 entrepreneurs with critical financial support and specialized…
The Association of Persons with Disabilities (APWD), Badagry Chapter, has presented an Award of Appreciation to Hon. Mobolaji Ogunlende Akubakre in recognition of his unwavering dedication to promoting disability inclusion…
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Ondo State Urged to Strengthen Inclusive Policies for PWDs’ Healthcare and Social Protection
Stakeholders have called on the Ondo State Government to implement targeted policies and allocate resources to enhance healthcare and social protection services for Persons With Disabilities (PWDs). This appeal was…
By Umar Saleh, Bauchi In a bid to alleviate the challenges faced by persons with disabilities in Kaduna, NYSC Corps Member Fuki Solomon Benjamin, in collaboration with the Beautiful Gate…
The Executive Secretary of the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), Hon. Ayuba Gufwan, has emphasized the need to integrate persons with disabilities (PWDs) into Nigeria’s growing renewable energy…
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NCPWD, Centre Strengthen Efforts to Combat Gender-Based Violence Against Women with Disabilities
The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing gender-based violence against women and girls with disabilities in Nigeria. This was emphasized during a recent…
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NCPWD Vows Full Enforcement of Accessibility Laws to Protect Rights of Persons with Disabilities
The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing accessibility provisions outlined in the Discrimination Against Persons with Disabilities (Prohibition) Act, 2018. During a meeting…
Thousands of families in Nigeria continue to face overwhelming challenges in accessing proper healthcare and support for children with disabilities, according to OAK Centre Prime, a non-governmental organization. Despite Nigeria…