In a significant step forward for the welfare of Nigeria’s injured and disabled servicemen and servicewomen, Hon. Mohammed Abba Isa, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and…
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Persons with Disabilities Seek Economic Relief from President Tinubu Amid Rising Hardship
The community of persons with disabilities (PWDs) in Nigeria is calling for urgent intervention from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to address the severe economic hardships impacting their lives. At a…
Mrs. Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi, Executive Secretary of the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA), has pledged her agency’s commitment to improving access to justice, preventative measures, and tailored support…
Professor Mike A.A. Ozekhome, a renowned Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), has brought to light the harsh realities confronting Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) across the nation. In his address at…
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Lagos Disability Agency Promotes Inclusion at Inaugural Unified Sports Event
The Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA) took a significant step toward promoting inclusive sports participation by attending the First Annual Unified Sports Event for Children and Individuals with…
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Commission reiterates commitment to protecting rights of Nigerians with Disabilities
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has reiterated its commitment towards ensuring the rights of Nigerians are protected particularly persons with disabilities. The Deputy Director, Consumer and Business…
Recently in Abuja, the Executive Secretary, National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), Chief Ayuba Gufwan, has called for greater awareness and enforcement of the Disability Act, lamenting the low…
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Paralympians Demand Greater Recognition for Athletes with Disabilities
Nigeria’s Paralympians have called for increased recognition and support for athletes with disabilities to inspire continued success on the global stage. After a stellar performance at the 2024 Paris Paralympics,…
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Group Accuses Nigerian Banks of Discriminatory Practices Against Visually Impaired Customers
The Centre for Infrastructural and Technological Advancement for the Blind (CITAB) has accused Nigerian banks of engaging in discriminatory practices against visually impaired individuals. This was contained in a press…
In a push to ensure equal rights for individuals with disabilities in Yobe State, Project Trust, under Connected Development (CODE), has appealed to the state government to approve the pending…
Chief Ayuba Gufwan, Executive Secretary of the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), paid a significant visit to the Christian Blind Mission (CBM) headquarters in Abuja on October 31,…
The House of Representatives has introduced a bill to amend Section 49 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended) to allocate six special seats for…
In a notable show of solidarity and commitment to advancing disability rights in Nigeria, the Executive Secretary of the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities, Chief Ayuba Gufwan, warmly welcomed…
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Nigerians with Disabilities angry with Tinubu over alleged discrimination in ministerial appointments
A Coalition of Professional People Living with Disabilities, (PLWDs), has expressed displeasure with President Bola Tinubu over alleged discrimination in his recent appointments to the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs. They…
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NCPWD Pushes for Precise Data Collection on PWDs in Collaboration with Population Commission
In a proactive step toward greater inclusion for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Nigeria, Chief Ayuba Gufwan, Executive Secretary of the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), visited the…