Corruption continues to be a severe impediment to the wellbeing of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Nigeria, according to Chief Ayuba Gufwan, Executive Secretary of the National Commission for Persons…
Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has awarded two disability sector educators with N500,000 each as part of this year’s Teachers’ Day celebrations. Mrs. Adetoun Agboola, Special Adviser on Special…
The Lagos State government has educated about 100 persons with disabilities (PWDs) on handling issues related to sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV). This one-day sensitization event was organized in collaboration…
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Gufwan Advocates for Inclusion of Visually Impaired Students in Nigeria’s Higher Education Curriculum
Ayuba Gufwan, Executive Secretary of the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities, has emphasized the need to accommodate visually impaired individuals in the curriculum development for higher education institutions across…
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Centre Conducts Workshop on Disability-Inclusive Climate Change Response in Abia State
The Centre for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD) held a two-day capacity-building workshop on October 9th and 10th, 2024, in Abia State, aimed at strengthening the roles of Persons with Disabilities…
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Ekiti State Government Prioritizes Education, Support for Children with Disabilities
The Ekiti State Government, led by Governor Biodun Oyebanji, has reiterated its dedication to ensuring quality education for children with disabilities. Hon. Olawumi Famuyiwa, Director-General of the Bureau of Civic…
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NCPWD Applauds FG’s Commitment to Full Implementation of 5% Employment Quota for PWDs in MDAs
In compliance with the Discrimination Against Persons with Disabilities 2018 (Prohibition) Act, the Executive Secretary National Commission for persons with disabilities Chief Ayuba Gufwan has applauded Federal Government for its…
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Osun Governor’s Aide Empowers Children with Disabilities
Hon. Olanrewaju Oladosu, Special Assistant to Governor Ademola Adeleke on Disability Matters, has taken a significant step towards supporting Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) by donating a wheelchair and financial aid…
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“NCPWD, A Result of Persistent Advocacy for an Inclusive Society and Good Governance” – Gufwan
In a recent meeting held in Abuja with members of the Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption Programme (ROLAC), Chief Ayuba Gufwan, Executive Secretary of the National Commission for Persons with…
A call for greater inclusion in governance was made on Wednesday by a non-governmental organization, urging the Federal and State Governments to appoint persons with disabilities (PWDs) into public offices.…
The Kehinde Oshilaja Foundation has issued a heartfelt plea for an immediate resolution to Nigeria’s ongoing crises, drawing attention to the plight of vulnerable citizens, especially those living with disabilities.…
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has reaffirmed its dedication to safeguarding the rights of persons with disabilities (PwDs) in the country by ensuring that strict disciplinary actions are taken…
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NCPWD Receives Four-Year Disability Inclusion Report, Vows Action to Enhance Lives of PwDs
The Executive Secretary of the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), Chief Ayuba Gufwan, has received a detailed four-year report from the Disability Civil Rights Movement and Policy Changers,…
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President’s Special Aide Applauds Lois Auta’s Global Role Appointment in IASC Advisory Group
Hon. Mohammed Abba Isa, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities, has expressed heartfelt congratulations to Lois Auta-Udonkanta, President and Founder of the Network…
Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Anambra State have called for the creation of specialized courts to handle disability-related cases. This demand was made during a recent workshop organized by the…