A returnee migrant and humanitarian activist, Austin Amunega—known as Fahad Nasir—has transformed a story of survival into a nationwide movement dedicated to dignity, inclusion, and empowerment. After surviving multiple failed…
Disabilities
Centre Calls for Stronger Disability-Inclusive Policies as World Marks 2025 International Day of Persons with Disabilities
As the world commemorates the 2025 International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), the Centre for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD) has renewed its call for stronger national commitment to disability…
Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has restated his administration’s firm commitment to eliminating all barriers that hinder the full participation of persons with disabilities in society. The governor…
The Lagos State Government has commenced an Entrepreneurship Training Programme for Persons with Disabilities, reinforcing its dedication to inclusive economic growth and sustainable empowerment. The flag-off ceremony, held at the…
The National Examinations Council (NECO) has announced that a total of 1,622 candidates with disabilities participated in the 2025 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) Internal. The figure includes 586 males…
The Ability Life Initiative (TALI) has called on federal agencies and policymakers to dismantle barriers that prevent Nigerians with disabilities from enjoying equal access to housing and transportation. This appeal…
Foundation Calls Out Policy Failures, Demands Inclusive Reforms for Children with Disabilities
The OjayAjaifia Foundation for Children with Disabilities (OFCD) has warned that systemic neglect and weak policies continue to deny millions of Nigerian children with disabilities access to education, healthcare, and…
Internship at National Assembly Opens New Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities
The House of Representatives’ Committee on Disability Matters has celebrated the successful completion of a three-month Legislative Internship Programme for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), marking a significant step towards enhancing…
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to disability inclusion with a renewed drive to enforce the statutory 5% recruitment quota for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) across the Federal Civil…
Hope in Motion: NDDC Empowers Persons with Disabilities in Bayelsa with Mobility Aids
In a powerful show of support, the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has donated vital mobility aids to persons with disabilities in Bayelsa State, reaffirming its commitment to inclusion and…
Lafia – Following the success of its initial outreach in Plateau State, Deafzion Foundation has extended its flagship 1Life Outreach Project to rural communities in Nasarawa State, offering renewed hope…
Digital Inclusion: Institute Advocates for Over 35 Million Nigerians with Disabilities
The President and CEO of the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI), Mr. David Daser, has called for urgent policy action to ensure digital inclusion for the over 35 million Nigerians with…
Students with Disabilities Excel in Lagos State Quiz Competition
Three students from secondary schools in Lagos State have emerged winners of a quiz competition organized specifically for students with disabilities. The event was jointly hosted by the Lagos State…
Stakeholders Launch Global Disabilities Green Initiative to Empower 10,000 PWDs by 2030
ABUJA – The Global Disabilities Green Initiative (GDGI) has unveiled a transformative plan to empower 10,000 Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) as green leaders by the year 2030. Speaking at the…
The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), in collaboration with Sightsavers Nigeria, successfully hosted a two-day Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Clinic for entrepreneurs with disabilities. Held at Exclusive…