The Executive Secretary of the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), Chief Ayuba Burki Gufwan, has extended warm Christmas and New Year greetings to Christians and Nigerians across the country, on behalf of the Commission and persons with disabilities nationwide.
In a goodwill message issued to mark the festive season, Chief Gufwan urged Nigerians to reflect on and uphold the core values of love, tolerance, and sacrifice, noting that these principles are essential to national unity and peaceful coexistence. He stressed that the Christmas season provides an opportunity for citizens to recommit themselves to these ideals, which form the foundation of Nigeria as a nation.
He further appealed to Nigerians to demonstrate love, kindness, and compassion towards persons with disabilities during the season of giving, stressing that collective action can help create a more inclusive and equitable society. According to him, by working together, Nigerians can make a meaningful difference in the lives of persons with disabilities and strengthen national unity.
The NCPWD Executive Secretary commended the resilience, determination, and contributions of persons with disabilities, acknowledging their growing impact across various sectors of national development despite persistent challenges.
He reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to creating an enabling environment where persons with disabilities can thrive and reach their full potential, while calling on government institutions, private sector actors, civil society organisations, and the general public to support inclusive development efforts.
Chief Gufwan prayed that the Christmas and New Year celebrations would usher in peace, joy, and happiness for all Nigerians, particularly persons with disabilities who often face unique social and economic barriers. He emphasized the need to build a Nigeria where everyone, regardless of ability, enjoys equal access to opportunities, services, and public amenities, and where the rights of persons with disabilities are fully respected and protected.
Chief Gufwan wished Nigerians a peaceful, hitch-free festive season and a prosperous New Year, expressing optimism that the country would emerge stronger, more united, and more committed to building a brighter future for all.
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