The Abuja Association of the Deaf (AAD) has concluded the historic Abuja Inclusive Marathon Walk, an event organized to commemorate the 2024 International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPWD). This…
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Foundation Calls for Special Care, Awareness for Children with Spina Bifida, Hydrocephalus
The Festus Fajemilo Foundation (FFF), a non-governmental organization, has called for increased awareness and specialized care for children living with Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus (SBH). At a media sensitization event…
ABUJA – The Abuja Association of the Deaf (AAD) has called for the establishment of a Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Commission for Persons with Disabilities, in accordance with the Nigeria…
The United Nations World Food Programme has announced a new procurement initiative aimed at increasing opportunities for businesses owned or led by persons with disabilities, as part of its ongoing…
The Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB) recently joined the global community to mark World Disability Day for 2024 with an event themed: “Empowering Persons with Disabilities and Ensuring…
Abuja, Nigeria – Hon. Ayuba Gufwan, Executive Secretary of the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), has reiterated the importance of inclusive development for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in…
Advocate Adaobi Chuma-Okeke has called for immediate action to ensure wheelchair-accessible infrastructure in schools, public spaces, transportation systems, and other essential services to promote dignity and equality for individuals with…
By Umar Saleh As part of the 2024 International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPWD) celebrations, the Women Farmers Advancement Network (WOFAN) trained 300 students from the Special Education Center…
Kebbi State Government has disbursed N100 million to 1,000 persons with disability as part of its commitment to fostering entrepreneurship and self-reliance among this group. This was disclosed in a…
Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Bauchi State have expressed gratitude to the USAID-funded State2State Activity for involving them in program implementation. According to the PWDs, the initiative has consistently engaged…
The Oyo State Government has approved a 70% increase in the 2025 capital budget for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), raising the allocation from N492 million in 2024 to N877.5 million.…
The German government, in partnership with the Christian Blind Mission (CBM), has committed €4.8 million towards a four-year disability fund aimed at supporting communities in Northwest Nigeria. Dr. Rainer Brockhaus,…
The European Union has urged Nigeria’s Federal Ministries, Departments, and Agencies to fully implement the National Disability Act to ensure its provisions create meaningful change. Highlighting the comprehensive policies outlined…
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National Dialogue on Disability-Inclusive Development Marks 2024 International Day of Persons with Disabilities
The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), in collaboration with development partners, hosted a National Dialogue titled “Transformative Solutions to Disability-Inclusive Development in Nigeria.” The event, held at the…
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IKWDDA Advocates for Accessible Communication Services for the Deaf in Public Institutions
The Ikorodu West Deaf Development Association (IKWDDA) has urged government offices and public spaces to provide Sign Language interpreters to ensure inclusivity and effective communication for the deaf community. Speaking…