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…
The Vice Chancellor of the University of Jos, Professor Tanko Ishaya, has reaffirmed his administration’s steadfast commitment to prioritizing students with disabilities, ensuring they receive the necessary support to thrive…
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LASODA Boosts Economic Inclusion: 78 Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Receive Financial and Business Support
In a move to enhance economic opportunities for persons with disabilities (PWDs), the Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA) has empowered 78 entrepreneurs with critical financial support and specialized…
The Association of Persons with Disabilities (APWD), Badagry Chapter, has presented an Award of Appreciation to Hon. Mobolaji Ogunlende Akubakre in recognition of his unwavering dedication to promoting disability inclusion…
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Ondo State Urged to Strengthen Inclusive Policies for PWDs’ Healthcare and Social Protection
Stakeholders have called on the Ondo State Government to implement targeted policies and allocate resources to enhance healthcare and social protection services for Persons With Disabilities (PWDs). This appeal was…