By Sarafina Christopher The Malaysian Government says inclusive policies remain central to its development agenda, with initiatives aimed at improving access to healthcare, education and economic opportunities for persons living with disabilities (PWDs). Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dato’ Lukanisman Awang Sauni, said this in an interview with theContinue Reading
By Martha Omafu The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) fully participate in the electoral process in Nasarawa State through inclusive policies and targeted support. Mallam Mohammed Abubakar-Sadiq, Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in the state, gave the assurance on TuesdayContinue Reading
By Alaba Olusola Oke The Centre for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD) has said that the rights of persons with disabilities (PWDs) are sacrosanct for their survival and wellness and must be protected and implemented. The Acting Director of CCD, Mr Godwin Unumeri, said this in Akure on Friday duringContinue Reading
By Monday Ajogun The Centre for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD) has urged persons with disabilities (PWDs) in Edo and across the country to participate actively in politics and community engagements. The acting Director of CCD, Mr Godwin Unumeri, made the call at the closing of a two-day workshopContinue Reading
By Folasade Akpan The All-Rights Foundation Africa has urged political parties and stakeholders to ensure inclusive participation of Persons With Disabilities in the 2027 elections by supporting them as candidates rather than merely voters. Founder of TAF Africa, Jake Epelle, made the appeal on Tuesday in Abuja during the inaugurationContinue Reading
By Chidi Nweke The Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD) in Ebonyi has declared support for Gov. Francis Nwifuru’s second-term bid, ahead of the 2027 General Elections. The Chairman of the association, Mr Friday Nwovu, announced this during the group’s solidarity visit to the governor atContinue Reading
By Fatima Mohammed-Lawal A development expert and author, Mr Olufemi Oyedeji, has called for greater inclusion of women and People Living with Disabilities (PwDs) in governance in the country. Oyedeji made the call on Friday in Ilorin while speaking at the official launch of his book entitled: “Politics Philanthropy andContinue Reading
By Leonard Okachie The Abia State Disability Commission on Friday donated wheelchairs and other assistive devices to Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) in the state. At the presentation in Umuahia, Chairman, David Anyaele, said the initiative aims to promote inclusivity and improve the quality of life for PwDs. Anyaele said provisionsContinue Reading
By Justina Auta The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening sustainable inclusive family planning services for Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) to advance access to equitable reproductive health initiatives nationwide. The government made the commitment at the close-out ceremony of the five-year Inclusive Family Planning (IFPLAN) project, in Abuja.Continue Reading
By Angela Atabo/Justina Auta CBM Global Disability Inclusion, a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) has inaugurated the” Rights in Action” project to address intersectional discrimination and human rights violations against Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). Inaugurating the project on Tuesday in Abuja, Mr Abdulazeez Musa, Country Director, CBM Global Disability Inclusion, said theContinue Reading
