The Special Assistant to Akwa Ibom State Governor on Persons with Disabilities, Mrs. Nnene Bassey has thanked governor Umo Eno for his unwavering commitment to gender equality and inclusion in his administration.
Bassey gave the commendation in a press release made available to Inclusive News Network on Friday.
INN had earlier broke the news of her appointment on 13 February, 2024, which made her the first female SA on disability in Akwa Ibom State.
Bassey noted that Gov Eno’s educational interventions for Persons with Disabilities was vital for societal development.
The SA also thanked Akwa Ibom State first lady, Pastor Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, for her dedication to empowering Persons with Disabilities through the Golden Initiative For All (GIFA) launched on 20/2/2024, aligning with the SDGs and Agenda 2030.
“I acknowledge the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Welfare, led by Honorable Commissioner Dr. Ini Adiakpan, for their efforts in digitizing the disability community through various capacity-building initiatives.
“Governor Umo Eno’s ARISE Agenda focuses on reaching rural and vulnerable communities, and I am committed to ensuring inclusivity for all PWDs, working collaboratively with relevant government agencies. Our goal is to promote peace, development, and prosperity for Persons with Disabilities in Akwa Ibom State.
“As a disability community, we stand united in supporting government initiatives and working towards a more inclusive society. We are dedicated to bridging gaps and offering solutions to issues like skin cancer in Nigeria for a healthier future.” She said