On Thursday, January 16, 2025, the Ekiti State Government announced a landmark decision to integrate persons with disabilities (PWDs) into its Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Management Committee, signaling a significant step…
In a significant step towards empowering Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in the South East region, Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has approved the establishment of the National Commission for…
The former Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), retired Gen. Lucky Irabor, has advocated for special support for wounded veterans and veterans with disabilities to accelerate the morale and effectiveness of…
The Centre for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD) has called on government agencies and stakeholders to prioritize the implementation and enforcement of the Discrimination Against Persons with Disabilities (Prohibition) Act (DAPWDP)…
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Group Urges Extension of N50,000 Monthly Empowerment Initiative to PWDs Across Local Govts
The Coalition of Disability Self Advocacy Network (CDSAN) has called on the Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, to extend his 50,000 naira monthly empowerment initiative to persons with disabilities…
The Kano State government has unveiled plans to establish a commission dedicated to addressing the needs of persons with disabilities. Hajiya Amina Abdullahi Sani, the Commissioner for Women Affairs, Children,…
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Disability Commission, Sightsavers Strengthen Alliance to Boost Disability Inclusion in Nigeria
The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) and its development partner, Sightsavers, have reaffirmed their commitment to fostering disability inclusion in Nigeria. This partnership aims to promote equality and…
The Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD), Imo State chapter, elected its new executive officers on January 11, 2025, at the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Secretariat, Owerri.…
The Deaf Community in Taraba State has expressed disappointment over their exclusion from the recent President Tinubu’s food palliative distributed across Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Taraba state through the…
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Disability Commission Chairman Pledges Monthly Support to Widow with Disability For Baby’s Care
The Executive Chairman of the Nasarawa State Disability Rights Commission, Mr. Saleh Barde Keana, has committed to providing a monthly salary to Mrs. Lauratu Aliyu, a widow with a physical…
The Centre for Disability and Inclusion Africa has officially launched the #WheelchairNotLuggage campaign to tackle human rights violations faced by individuals with mobility challenges in Nigeria. The campaign aims to…
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Albinism Association Calls on Govt to Make Inclusive Commitments at 2025 Global Disability Summit
The Albinism Association of Nigeria (AAN) has urged the Nigerian government to make inclusive commitments for marginalized groups at the 2025 Global Disability Summit (GDS), scheduled for April. Dr. Bisi…
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JONAPWD Commends Peaceful Elections as Yobe Deaf Association Elects New Executives
The Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD), Yobe State Chapter, has applauded the exemplary sportsmanship and peaceful conduct demonstrated during the recent elections of the Yobe State Association…
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Bauchi Lawmaker Donates Wheelchairs to Support Persons with Disabilities in Constituency
By Umar Saleh Burra, Bauchi Hon. Adamu Hashimu Ranga, the member representing Ningi/Warji Constituency in the National Assembly, has donated wheelchairs to ease the struggles of persons with disabilities in…
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Police Bring Joy to Less Privileged and Children with Disabilities in Rivers State
The C4i Strike Force Unit of the Rivers State Police Command has once again demonstrated its commitment to community service. Following a recent visit, the team, led by Commander CSP…