In a bid to strengthen its policy implementation, the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), in collaboration with Sightsavers, has convened a three-day planning retreat. The event, held in…
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Empowering Women with Disabilities: 70 Beneficiaries Receive N4.7m Support in Lagos
Seventy women with disabilities in Lagos have been empowered with N4.7 million in resources and training, thanks to a collaboration between Sightsavers, Unilever Nigeria Plc, and the Growing Businesses Foundation…
The Anambra State Disability Rights Commission (ANSDRC) has announced plans to hold seminars and workshops focused on exploring investment opportunities related to persons with disabilities (PWDs). Chairman of ANSDRC, Mr…
On November 20, 2024, Equity and Inclusion Connect Initiative (EIC), a trailblazing NGO dedicated to equitable and inclusive education, launched its groundbreaking STEM Mentorship Project at the Government School for…
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Inclusive Education: FG Reaffirms Commitment to Accessibility for All
As education systems worldwide evolve to achieve sustainable development goals, Nigeria’s Ministry of Education has reiterated its dedication to promoting inclusive education and eliminating discrimination in schools. The Ministry emphasized…
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Disability Agency Supports Disability Groups with Funds and Protective Gear to Promote Inclusivity
The Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA) has reaffirmed its commitment to inclusivity by awarding N1,000,000 each to several disability-focused organizations for advocacy and awareness initiatives. The beneficiaries include…
The Court of Appeal in Akure has dismissed an appeal filed by the Ondo State Government challenging a High Court judgment that awarded N30 million in damages to Oluwasegun Oluwarotimi,…
The Plateau State Government has officially handed over the North Central zonal office building to the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD). The ceremony, which marked a significant milestone…
The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), under the leadership of its Executive Secretary, Chief Ayuba Gufwan, hosted the Nigeria Partnership for Inclusive Development (NIPDID) Check-In Meeting today at…
The Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA) has registered 100 businesses owned by Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) and presented them with free Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) certificates. This initiative…
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FAECARE Foundation Advocates for Establishment of Disability Commission in Rivers State
In a bid to address the barriers to accessibility faced by Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), FAECARE Foundation has called for the establishment of an independent Disability Commission in Rivers State.…
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Public Hearing on Disability Rights and Anti-Trafficking Marks Milestone for Social Justice in Taraba – Ade
The Taraba State House of Assembly has conducted a public hearing, setting the stage for the enactment of two critical bills: the Taraba State Disabilities Commission (Establishment Bill 2024) and…
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Katsina SA Seeks Establishment of Disability Desk Officers, 5% Employment Quota for PWDs
Umar Jibril Bindawa, the Special Assistant on Disability Matters to the Katsina State Governor, Mallam Umar Dikko Radda, recently embarked on a series of official visits aimed at fostering inclusivity…
Civil society organisations (CSOs) in Nigeria have called for stronger measures by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to address disability inclusion in election management. Yiaga Africa, a prominent election…
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Presidential Aide Distributes Relief to PWDs, Vulnerable Groups in Yobe, Promotes Inclusivity
Hon. Mohammed Abba Isa, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities, has led a relief initiative distributing food and cash to vulnerable groups, including…