Umuhia — As Governor Alex C. Otti marks his second year in office, the Abia State Disability Community has praised his administration for what they describe as “two years of…
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Gombe — In a heartwarming display of inclusion and solidarity, the Gombe State Commission for Persons with Disabilities (GSCPWD) hosted a special Children’s Day celebration with students from the Center…
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JONAPWD Osun Celebrates Children with Disabilities on Children’s Day
Osogbo, Nigeria – In commemoration of this year’s Children’s Day, the Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD), Osun State Chapter, has extended warm greetings and heartfelt admiration to…
In a bold move to promote representation in the music industry, Roc Da Mic Africa Limited, in partnership with its founder YoungOG, has launched Roc Da Mic Africa: Special Edition—a…
Lagos, Nigeria – Advocates for the rights of persons with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDDs) have called on the Lagos State Government to officially adopt and implement a newly validated…
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Deaf Students Shine at 2025 Mathematics Competition Organized by Ajofa Foundation
The Ajofa Special Education Foundation for the Deaf, in collaboration with Union Bank Plc, hosted the 2025 Mathematics Competition for Deaf Students on May 22 at Wesley School for the…
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SAVWIN Trains Women with Disabilities on Climate Justice, Inclusion in Biu, Borno
Biu, Borno State — In a bold move to bridge the gap between environmental advocacy and disability inclusion, the Sound Abilities for Vulnerable Women Initiative (SAVWIN) organized a two-day capacity-building…
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SAVWIN Trains Women with Disabilities on Inclusive Climate Action in Maiduguri
Maiduguri, Nigeria — In a bold effort to strengthen climate justice and promote disability inclusion, Sound Abilities for Vulnerable Women Initiative Nigeria (SAVWIN) held a one-day capacity-building training for women…
Abuja, Nigeria – In a significant move to combat hunger and promote inclusive development, the Federal Government of Nigeria has partnered with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the…
Abuja – In a significant stride towards disability inclusion, the Federal Government has unveiled the Disability Readiness Assessment and Workforce Toolkit, an innovative framework aimed at equipping both public and…
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Bauchi Ministry of Education Honours Students with Disabilities for National Achievement
In a commendable display of recognition and inclusivity, the Bauchi State Ministry of Education has awarded cash gifts to students with disabilities who represented the state at a recent national…
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Disability Commission Strengthens Staff Capacity with Intensive Training on Internal Audit Practices
In a move to reinforce transparency, accountability, and institutional efficiency, the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has launched a three-day intensive capacity-building program for its staff. Organized by…
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Disability Commission Launches National Training on Justice Accessibility and Anti-Discrimination
The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has officially launched a nationwide training initiative aimed at promoting inclusive justice systems in Nigeria. The program, titled “A Strong Barrier to…
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PWDs Bureau Applauds University of Ilesa’s Efforts in Promoting Inclusive Dialogue at International Conference
Ilesa, Osun State – The Osun State Bureau for People with Disabilities has extended a goodwill message to the Faculty of Social and Management Sciences at the University of Ilesa…
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Commission Launches Agricultural Empowerment Program for Persons with Disabilities in Jos
In a strategic move to promote inclusion and economic independence, the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has launched an Agricultural Skills Training and Empowerment Program for Persons with…