The Senator representing Nasarawa State, Ahmed Wadada Aliyu, has pledged to establish a Ministry for Persons with Disabilities if elected, as part of efforts to strengthen inclusion and support for vulnerable groups in the state.
The lawmaker made the commitment during an interactive session with members of the disability community drawn from across Nasarawa State.
At the meeting, Senator Wadada donated N10 million and 140 bags of rice to persons with disabilities (PWDs), describing the gesture as part of his ongoing commitment to social welfare and community development.
He noted that creating a dedicated ministry for persons with special needs would ensure proper representation, policy implementation, and improved access to government support.
The engagement followed a request facilitated by Aliyu Dangote, a former member of the Nasarawa State House of Assembly representing Keffi West. Dangote, who has long supported persons with disabilities through his foundation, played a key role in bringing the association together for dialogue with the senator.
During the deliberations, the Sarkin Makafin Lafia appealed for mobility support to ease transportation challenges faced by visually impaired members across the state.
In response, Senator Wadada approved the donation of a vehicle to the association, alongside the N10 million contribution, reiterating his promise to create a Ministry for Persons with Special Needs if given the mandate.
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