The Governor of Kano State, Engr. Abba K. Yusuf, has been widely praised by the Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) community for his progressive decision to establish a dedicated Department of…
As Muslims worldwide observe Ramadan, the Centre for Disability Affairs in Lagos is calling on the Lagos State government to extend support to persons with disabilities. Coordinator Kehinde Oshilaja urged…
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Centre Applauds Kano Govt for Establishing PWDs Department, Hails Binta Bala’s Appointment
Kano, Nigeria – The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has commended the Kano State Government for establishing the Department of People with Disabilities (PWDs) under the Ministry of…
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World Down Syndrome Day: Experts Call for Better Support Systems and Inclusivity
Lagos – The World Down Syndrome Foundation of Nigeria, in collaboration with key stakeholders, marked World Down Syndrome Day with a call for improved inclusivity and enhanced support systems for…
In commemoration of the 2025 International Women’s Day, the Nigeria Association of the Blind (NAB), Ogun State Women’s Wing, hosted the Empowering Women with Disabilities Conference in Abeokuta. This groundbreaking…
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Group Urges Nigerian Govt to Prioritize Inclusion Ahead of Global Disability Summit 2025
Abuja, Nigeria – The Advocacy for Women with Disabilities Initiative (AWWDI) has called on the Nigerian government to take concrete steps toward ensuring full inclusion and equal opportunities for women…
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Adamawa Assembly Passes Bill Banning Discrimination Against Persons with Disabilities
The Adamawa State House of Assembly has passed a bill prohibiting all forms of discrimination against Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). The bill repeals the Adamawa State Disability Rights Commission Law…
The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has received a significant boost in its efforts to promote inclusivity and enhance the welfare of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Nigeria.…
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French Language Village to Establish Disability Desk, Reaffirms Commitment to Inclusion
Badagry, Nigeria – The newly appointed Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria French Language Village (NFLV), Badagry, Prof. Samuel Oladiipo Kolawole (FNITI), has assured that the institution…
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…