The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), in collaboration with the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), has distributed over 600 relief materials to Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in the…
Alimosho, Lagos — The Chairman of the Alimosho Association of the Deaf (AAD), Mr. Olumide Seidu, has called for stronger inclusion of Deaf persons in governance, urging the Alimosho Local…
The Federal Government has raised serious concerns over the increasing vulnerability of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) to human trafficking, sexual violence, and other organized crimes, warning that women, children, and…
The Kwara State Sports Commission has lauded Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq for his unwavering support for sports development, especially initiatives targeted at Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) in the state. According to…
The Down Syndrome Foundation Nigeria (DSFN) has intensified its advocacy for the rights of persons with intellectual disabilities, calling on the Federal Government to fully implement the Intellectual Disabilities Act.…
The Lagos State Chapter of the Association of Sign Language Interpreters of Nigeria (ASLIN) has reaffirmed its commitment to professionalism, advocacy, and the promotion of sign language in Nigeria, as…
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the appointment of a visually-impaired lawyer, Ms. Kindness Ikponwonsa Idahosa, as a Law Officer in the State Ministry of Justice, reinforcing his…
The Chairman of Olorunda Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Ajose Peter Kumayon, has pledged to establish a Disability Desk to enhance support, access, and inclusion for persons with disabilities…
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has pledged stronger collaboration with the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) as the Commission intensifies efforts toward the full enforcement of the Discrimination…
Nigeria commemorated the 33rd International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) on Friday at the Musa Yar’Adua Centre, Abuja, with renewed calls for strict enforcement of the Disability Act, increased…
The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has strengthened its commitment to promoting disability inclusion through a renewed partnership with the National Association for Exceptional Children (NAEC). This collaboration…
The Centre for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD) on December 1, 2025, convened a crucial regional meeting in Port Harcourt to produce the Nine Niger-Delta Regional Demand Charter, a unified document…
The Bauchi State House of Assembly has been urged to expedite action on the passage of the Commission for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) Bill currently before it. The call was…
The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering a more inclusive, accessible, and supportive society as officials, educators, students, and stakeholders gathered to commemorate the 18th Edition of…
The University of Ilorin has presented a Distinguished Alumni Award to Dr. Opeoluwa Sotonwa in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the growth of the institution and his remarkable global…
