In a significant move toward fostering workplace inclusion, the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has officially launched the Framework for the National Access to Work Scheme for Persons…
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LASODA Applauds Festus Fajemilo Foundation for Empowering Parents of Children with Disabilities
The Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA) has commended the Festus Fajemilo Foundation for its impactful efforts in empowering parents of children with disabilities. At a special event held…
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Presidential Aide Hails Rasak Adekoya’s Impact on Inclusion, Advocacy on His Birthday
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities, Hon. Mohammed Abba Isa, has joined numerous well-wishers in celebrating Mr. Rasak Adekoya on the occasion of…
Comrade Kehinde Oshilaja, Coordinator of the Centre for Disability, has urged the Nigerian government at all levels to prioritise the needs of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), stressing the urgent need…
The Inclusive Friends Association (IFA), a disability rights-focused civil society organisation, has criticised Nigeria’s National Digital Literacy Framework (NDLF) for failing to address the needs of persons with disabilities (PWDs),…
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PWD Celebrates Governor Ododo’s First Year in Office, Commends His Inclusive Leadership
As Governor Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo marks his first year in office, Honourable Emmanuel Aduku, a former House of Assembly candidate for Ankpa 1 Constituency, has joined numerous well-wishers in…
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Advocacy Group Calls for Inclusion of Women with Disabilities in Climate Action, Disaster Planning
The Advocacy for Women with Disabilities Initiative (AWWDI) has called on individuals, policymakers, and organizations to champion inclusivity in climate policies and ensure that disaster response mechanisms are accessible to…
The Real Care Humanity Foundation, in collaboration with the National Association of Persons with Physical Disabilities (NAPWPD), Osun State, hosted a remarkable ceremony to present skill acquisition training certificates and…
By Ishaq Dan-Imam, Lokoja The members of Kogi State Chapter of the national association of persons with physical disabilities (NAPWPD), held a get-together at the state rehabilitation Centre in Lokoja,…
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CCD Pushes for Disability-Inclusive Climate Change Policies at Abia Fire Service
The Centre for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD) has intensified its advocacy for disability-inclusive climate change adaptation and mitigation in Abia State, engaging directly with the Chief Fire Service Officer of…
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World Braille Day: NYCN Lagos Hosts Literacy Contest, Inspires Visually Impaired Students
To celebrate World Braille Day, the Lagos State Chapter of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) held a literacy competition for visually impaired students at Pacelli School for the…
Governor Alex Otti is making strides to combat the incidence of disabilities and leprosy in Abia State, demonstrating his commitment to healthcare access for all, according to Mr. David Anyaele,…
The Executive Secretary of the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), Ayuba Gufwan, has congratulated Tolu Bankole on his appointment as Chairman of the Federal Teaching Hospital, Ido Ekiti,…
A devastating fire has gutted the Special Education School in Yobe State, leaving extensive destruction in its wake. The incident occurred on Friday around 4:30 p.m., reducing key facilities to…
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NCPWD Defends 2024 Budget, Presents Proposed 2025 Budget to the House Committee on Disability Matters
The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), under the leadership of its Executive Secretary, Hon. Ayuba Gufwan, on January 23, 2025, successfully defended its 2024 budget performance and presented…