Chairman of the Abia State Disability Commission (ASDC), Mr. David Anyaele, has called on Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Ikwuano Local Government Area (LGA) to embrace Cooperative Societies as a pathway to economic empowerment and social inclusion.
Mr. Anyaele made the call during a Townhall Meeting with the disability community in Ikwuano, accompanied by the Executive Mayor of Ikwuano LGA, Hon. Dr. Anthony Nwaubani. He emphasized that belonging to a Cooperative Society fosters ownership, operational efficiency, and sustainability while promoting personal and collective growth.
At the meeting, the disability community presented a major request for a Palm Oil Processing Machine to enable them to run a profit-making venture and improve the welfare of their members.
Responding, Mayor Nwaubani highlighted his administration’s disability-inclusive initiatives, including the appointment of a Special Assistant on PWDs and the incorporation of ramps and assistive features in the new office block under construction. He also pledged to support the registration of a Cooperative Society for the PWDs and ensure the establishment of the requested Palm Oil Processing Machine.
Mr. Anyaele commended the Mayor’s commitment, noting that this Townhall Meeting was the 7th held as part of the Commission’s ongoing efforts to deepen PWD inclusion and participation across Abia State.
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