The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it has created access to enhance active participation of People with Disabilities (PWDs) in politics and governance . INEC’s Disability Desk Officer in…
In a groundbreaking move towards inclusive and equitable healthcare, the Olusegun Odunmbaku administration in Ojodu LCDA, Lagos State, has implemented comprehensive health insurance scheme (ILERA EKO) for people with disabilities…
The Persons with Disability (PWDs) have urged President Bola Tinubu to consider Dr. Halimat Adenike Tejuosho, as a worthy replacement for the vacant position that exists in the Federal Ministry…
The Minority Leader of Ogun State House of Assembly, Hon. Lukmon Adeleye has appointed a person with disability, Adisa Isiaka, as his Special Assistant. The lawmaker who is representing Odogbolu…
The Federal Government has commended the World Bank for providing technical and financial support to Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in the country. The Executive Secretary, National Commission for Persons with…
As the anticipation builds up for the upcoming Wheelchair Basketball Athletic Conference Finals, scheduled to take place from April 30th to May 4th, 2024, at the Stephen Keshi Stadium in…
National Association of Government General Medical and Dental Practitioners, Ekiti State, an Affiliate of the Nigeria Medical Association NMA, has appealed to government at all levels to introduce more polices…
Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities, Hon. Mohammed Abba Isa, has commended Borno State governor, His Excellency, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, for his remarkable…
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has approved the employment of 15 persons with disability who have undergone formal educational system and obtained bachelor’s degree certificates, NCEs, diplomas and vocational…
The Advocacy for Disability Act (ADAC), a consortium of five Civil Society Organizations (CSO), Joint Association of Persons with Disability (JONPWD) Gombe State Chapter and Association of Non-Governmental Organisation (ANGO)…
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Albinism: Abba Isa urges stakeholders to adopt multi-faceted approach on inclusive education
Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities, Hon. Mohammed Abba Isa, has called education experts and stakeholders to adopt a multi-faceted approach that addresses the…
Ekiti State Commissioner for Information, Rt. Hon. Taiwo Olatunbosun has reiterated the commitment of Governor Oyebanji’s administration to the welfare of persons with disabilities (PWDs) in the State. Rt. Hon.…
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NCPWD wants to leverage on NIPOST’s infrastructure for distribution of disability certificates across Nigeria
The National Commission For Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has expressed it’s readiness to leverage on Nigeria Postal Service’s (NIPOST) infrastructure and network for effective distribution of disability certificates to persons…
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Presidential aide on disability seeks collaboration with NIS to promote better living conditions for PWDs
The Senior Special Assistant to president Bola Tinubu on special needs and equal opportunities, Mohammed Abba Isa has called for collaboration with Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) on various initiatives aimed…
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Sports Minister Congratulates Nigerian Para Badminton Star, Mariam Eniola Bolaji
Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has congratulated Nigerian Para Badminton star, Mariam Eniola Bolaji for winning the women’s singles SL3 title at the just concluded Spanish Para…