The Centre for Media Advocacy for the Disabled (CMAD), in collaboration with the Ola-Oki Memorial Foundation (OOM) and the Badagry Deaf Association (BDA), hosted a training session on family planning…
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FG’s Disability Inclusion Efforts Reviewed as Presidential Aide Meets Youth Minister
On Tuesday, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities, Hon. Mohammed Abba Isa, paid a courtesy visit to the Honourable Minister of Youth Development,…
The Lagos State Government has reiterated its commitment to empowering residents, emphasizing that financial independence remains a key pillar in its development agenda. The administration, under Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu,…
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Removing Barriers: Centre Commends Lagos Govt For Empowering 300 Persons With Disabilities
The Centre for Infrastructural and Technological Advancement for the Blind (CITAB) has applauded the Lagos State Government, particularly the Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment, for its commitment to inclusivity…
Paralympic bronze medallist Eniola Bolaji has reaffirmed her dominance on the global stage, securing gold in the women’s singles SL3 category at the 2025 Spanish Para Badminton International II in…
Enugu, March 5, 2025 – The Centre for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD) has called for more inclusive disaster response strategies during an advocacy visit to the National Emergency Management Agency…
Jalingo, Taraba State – The APC Taraba Deaf Support Group has expressed deep appreciation to Senator Sani Abubakar Danladi, a Board of Trustees (BOT) member of the Tertiary Education Trust…
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Stakeholders Call for Stronger Accountability in the Enforcement of Disability Act at Osun Policy Dialogue
The Policy Dialogue on Strengthening Accountability Frameworks for the Post-Moratorium Cycle of the Discrimination Against Persons with Disabilities (Prohibition) Act in Nigeria brought together key stakeholders to discuss the effective…
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A Feast of Compassion: Muslim Organization Hosts Iftar for Persons with Disabilities in Iwo
Iwo, Osun State – The true spirit of Ramadan came to life in Iwo as a Muslim organization extended a hand of kindness to the Joint National Association of Persons…
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Ramadan: Upper Benue River Basin Development Authority Chairman Hosts Deaf Group for Iftar
By Umar Saleh, Bauchi The Chairman of the Upper Benue River Basin Development Authority, Alhaji Sunusi Babban Tanko (Barayan Bauchi), hosted members of the Bauchi State APC Deaf Support Group…
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Call for More Partnerships as Foundation Supports Special Needs Children
Lagos State Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Mr. Mobolaji Abubakre Ogunlende, has called for stronger partnerships to support vulnerable members of society. During the handover of donated items—including 23…
First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu has unveiled a N1.85bn grant initiative aimed at supporting business owners with disabilities across Nigeria. Under the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), 250 persons with disabilities…
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Osun Women with Disabilities Call for Inclusive Action on International Women’s Day
Osogbo, March 8, 2025 — The Women Wing of the Joint Association of People with Disabilities (JONAPWD), Osun State Chapter, has joined the global community in marking International Women’s Day…
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IWD: Centre Urges Accelerated Action for Gender Equality and Inclusion of Women with Disabilities
Lagos, March 8, 2025 – The Centre for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD) has called for urgent and decisive action to promote gender equality and empower women and girls with disabilities…
Hon. Ayuba Gufwan has commended the Lagos State Government for its steadfast dedication to empowering Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). Speaking at the conclusion of the “Removing Barriers” entrepreneurship training program,…