Naija Food Fiesta has unveiled plans to train 2,000 people in Nasarawa State, with special provision for 200 persons with disabilities. The Chief Executive Officer of the organisation, Dr. Mohammed…
In a gesture of support and solidarity, Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has gifted a brand-new SUV to ace gospel singer, broadcaster, and founder of Fresh FM, Yinka Ayefele, days…
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Disability Commission Partners with JAMB to Strengthen Inclusion for Candidates with Disabilities
The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has deepened its collaboration with the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) in a renewed push to remove barriers faced by candidates…
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Katsina Gov’s Aide Urges Compliance with 5% Employment Quota for Persons with Disabilities
Hon. Umar Jibril Bindawa, the Special Assistant to the Katsina State Governor on Disabled Matters, has appealed to the State Head of Service to ensure compliance with the provision of…
For two days in Benin City, the voices of disability advocates grew louder as 35 young leaders completed training to become “Disability Inclusion Champions” under a project of the Joint…
The People with Disabilities (PWDs) in Ondo State have called on members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) to champion their rights and amplify their demands for inclusion in…
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Abia to Host First Regional, International Para-Badminton Competitions
Abia State has declared its readiness to host Para-Badminton athletes from across Africa and beyond for the maiden edition of the Abia Para-Badminton International and the All African Para-Badminton Championships.…
For years, Precious Usman lived in silence. A farmer struggling to provide for her family, she often felt cut off from her community. But her story changed when she received…
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Centre Hosts Workshop to Push for Disability Inclusion in Petroleum Industry Act in Anambra
The Centre for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD) has organised a three-day capacity-building workshop in Anambra State aimed at strengthening stakeholder engagement and ensuring the inclusion of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs)…
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Ogunlende, Lafarge Africa Forge Plans for Expanded Empowerment of Women, PWDs
Lagos State Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Mobolaji Ogunlende, on Wednesday hosted a delegation from Lafarge Africa PLC in his office, where discussions centred on expanding empowerment opportunities for…
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Disability Agency, Lagos Sports Commission Partner on Inclusive Sports for PWDs
The Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA) is strengthening its partnership with the Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC) to boost inclusive sports development for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). During…
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Centre Partners with Dwarf Communities in Kano to Tackle Discrimination, Promote Inclusion
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has engaged members of the dwarf communities in Kano to explore solutions to the social, cultural, and economic challenges they face, as…
Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have called for sustained economic, cultural, and social empowerment to combat poverty and eliminate street begging. The appeal was made…
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Deaf School Seeks Public Support to Expand Access to Deaf Education in Badagry
Badagry, Lagos — The Gifted and Talented School for the Deaf in Ibereko, Badagry, has called on government, philanthropists, and the public to support its mission of providing quality education…
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Adeniyi Oyebade Launches Foundation to Support Educational Needs of the Deaf, PWDs in Nigeria
Adeniyi Oyebade, a Deaf advocate, has launched a foundation aimed at supporting the educational and sporting needs of the Deaf and persons with disabilities (PWDs) across Nigeria. Speaking in an…