By Ukpono Ukpong The federal government has reaffirmed its dedication to fostering equal opportunities for persons living with disabilities (PWDs) in employment, training, and entrepreneurship. This commitment was outlined in a memorandum submitted by the Federal Ministry of Labour and
The Federal Government has dedicated 10 per cent of its various social interventions to Persons with Disabilities (PwDs), according to Dr Betta Edu, the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation. Edu revealed this in Abuja while inaugurating various empowerment programmes sponsored by the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD). She said
As part of efforts to remove all forms of barriers against Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Nigeria such as stigma and discrimination , disability advocates have called for improved sexuality education for young persons with disabilities. Besides social inclusion, the stakeholders said promoting sexuality education in secondary schools across the country, would boost