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…
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…
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…
Umar Jibril Bindawa, serving as Special Assistant on Disability Matters to the Governor of Katsina State, has urged for greater inclusion of persons with disabilities (PWDs) in the state’s enlightenment…
Foundation Highlights Systemic Barriers Facing Women and PWDs, Calls for Inclusive Policies
The Dorothy Njemanze Foundation (DNF) has issued a strong appeal for reform to include more women and persons with disabilities (PWDs) in leadership positions in Nigeria. In a new report,…
LALIF Advocates Equal Access to Community Life, Social Services for Persons with Deaf-blindness
The Lionheart Ability Leaders International Foundation (LALIF) has advocated for equal access to community life and social services for persons with deaf-blindness and other disabilities in Nigeria. This call was…
TAF Africa, an NGO, says it has deployed 20 trained observers to polling units across the 18 LGAs in Ondo for Saturday’s governorship election. Jake Epelle, CEO and founder of…
Disability Advocate Criticizes Eviction of Beggars with Disabilities Without Alternative Options
Abuja – Engr. Abdul Haruna, a disability advocate, has expressed deep concern over the recent decision by the FCT Minister, Mr. Nyesom Wike, to expel beggars with disabilities from the…
Foundation Advocates for Comprehensive Support in the Education of Children with Disabilities
Aiming to improve the quality of education for children with special needs, the Lyceum Foundation, an NGO, has called for increased and effective funding from both federal and state governments.…
Government Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) are being called upon to implement inclusive policies to better support people with disabilities, fostering an environment that embraces diversity and promotes social equality.…
NCPWD Strengthens Collaboration with SUNTECH to Enhance Assistive Technology for PWDs in Nigeria
The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) reaffirmed its dedication to improving the lives of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Nigeria by renewing its partnership with SUNTECH, a leading…
FG is Committed to Inclusive Education in Nigeria – Ayuba Gufwan
At the Annual Inclusive Education Conference, organized by the British Council and Partnership for Learning for All in Nigeria (PLANE), Chief Ayuba Gufwan, Executive Secretary of the National Commission for…
JONAPWD Recognizes New Deaf-Blind Association as Nigeria’s 8th Disability Cluster
Mr. Aliyu Usman, National President of the Joint National Association for Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD), has formally recognized the newly formed Deaf-blind Association, the “Deaf-blind Support Initiative,” as Nigeria’s 8th…