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In a historic leap for Nigeria’s education sector, the Federal Government has begun implementing the Dual Mandate Policy, allowing Federal Colleges of Education (FCEs) to award both the Nigeria Certificate…

The Nigeria Deaf Football Association (NDFA), in collaboration with the Nasarawa State Ministry of Education under the auspices of the Federal Ministry of Education, is set to host the 6th…

In a significant move towards inclusivity, FIFA has introduced a Disability Football Toolkit aimed at broadening opportunities for disabled individuals to participate in football worldwide. The initiative, developed by FIFA’s…

Stakeholders have urged the Federal Government to prioritize inclusive education policies to guarantee equal learning opportunities for Persons with Albinism (PWAs) and other marginalized groups. This call was made at…

The Ekiti State Government, in partnership with Premium Trust Bank, has commenced a three-day capacity-building training for teachers, therapists, and administrative staff from all special schools across the state. The…

Nigeria’s path to progress lies in celebrating its diversity while fostering unity, social cohesion, and tapping into its abundant resources. This was the vision championed by 33 young Nigerians who…

Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete, has taken a significant step towards promoting inclusivity by introducing a N100,000 fee waiver for its students with disabilities. The Vice Chancellor, Professor Shaykh-Luqman Jimoh,…

As education systems worldwide evolve to achieve sustainable development goals, Nigeria’s Ministry of Education has reiterated its dedication to promoting inclusive education and eliminating discrimination in schools. The Ministry emphasized…

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…

The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda assumed duty barely nine months after the former Minister, Dr. Betta Edu, was suspended. Prof. Yilwatda, while speaking at…

The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities, Mohammed Abba Isa, has reaffirmed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to supporting inclusive sports and promoting equal…

In a major step toward inclusivity and alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) has established a Centre for Students with Special Needs. This initiative…

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 chapter of the Nigeria Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET) has called for a strategic partnership with the Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA) aimed at…

Jake Epelle, founder of The Albino Foundation (TAF) Africa, has expressed deep concern over the recent Edo State governorship election, labeling it as one of the worst in Nigeria’s history.…