The Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD), Anambra State chapter, has called on the state government to take proactive steps toward the full enforcement of the Disability Rights…
The Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities, JONAPWD, Ebonyi State chapter, has elected new Executives to pilot the affairs of the group for the next four years. In a…
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Association Strengthens Partnership with Special Education Centre, Moves to Address Students’ Welfare Challenges
The Bauchi State Chapter of the Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD) has reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive education and improved welfare for learners with disabilities during a…
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Ayuba Urges JONAPWD to Unite, Reaffirms Commission’s Commitment to Disability Inclusion
The Executive Secretary of the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), Hon. Ayuba Burki Gufwan, has called on the leadership of the Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities…
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Osun Women with Disabilities Call for Inclusive Action on International Women’s Day
Osogbo, March 8, 2025 — The Women Wing of the Joint Association of People with Disabilities (JONAPWD), Osun State Chapter, has joined the global community in marking International Women’s Day…
The National Commission for Persons with Disability (NCPWD) and the Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD) have reiterated their commitment to advancing the rights and well-being of persons…
Newly re-elected chairperson of the Joint National Association of Persons With Disabilities (JONAPWD) in Edo, Ann Ojugu, has pledged to push for the establishment of a disability commission in the…
The Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD), Imo State chapter, elected its new executive officers on January 11, 2025, at the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Secretariat, Owerri.…
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JONAPWD Commends Peaceful Elections as Yobe Deaf Association Elects New Executives
The Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD), Yobe State Chapter, has applauded the exemplary sportsmanship and peaceful conduct demonstrated during the recent elections of the Yobe State Association…
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JONAPWD Recognizes New Deaf-Blind Association as Nigeria’s 8th Disability Cluster
Mr. Aliyu Usman, National President of the Joint National Association for Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD), has formally recognized the newly formed Deaf-blind Association, the “Deaf-blind Support Initiative,” as Nigeria’s 8th…
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Abia Disability Commission: JONAPWD urges Gov Ikpeazu to pause imposition, inauguration of board appointment
The Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD), Abia State chapter has called on Abia State governor, Dr Okezie Ikpeazu to pause any imposition and inauguration of a governing…
Following expiration of the four year tenure of the current Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD) State Executive Committee under Alh. Umaru Ali Mona’s leadership this month, the…
Embittered members of the Joint National Association Of Persons with Disabilities, (JONAPWD) Anambra State Chapter, last Saturday 5th February, stormed Ekwulobia, country home of late Mr. Mmadụabuchi Nnofu, the blind…
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Governor Akerodolu meet Persons with Disabilities representatives IRI academy graduates in Ondo state
The Ondo State Government will always partner organizations whose interests are centred on deepening democracy and promotion of human dignity. Speaking while playing host to the Country Representative of…
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Continuous Voter Registration: Persons with disability urged to register
The Centre for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD) and Inclusive Friends Association (IFA), who are members of the Leave No One Behind Campaign, have urged Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) to utilize…