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Foundation Brings Christmas Cheer to Abuja PWDs

Hadiza Aliyu's Foundation distributed food items to over 150 persons with disabilities in Abuja's Karmajiji colony, easing hardship and spreading festive joy. Read about their empowerment mission.

Groups equip blind students with study kits, walking aids

The Society for the Welfare of the Blind, backed by SC Johnson, provided essential tools to visually impaired students in Lagos to mark the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Read how this initiative is changing lives.

Groups equip blind students with study kits, walking aids

The Society for the Welfare of the Blind, supported by SC Johnson, provides computers, guide canes, and more to 10 students to mark the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Read how this initiative is changing lives.

Canada, First Lady Push for Greater PWD Inclusion

The Canadian High Commission and Nigeria's First Lady advocate for enhanced rights and inclusion for Persons with Disabilities, spotlighting artist Kanyeyachukwu's inspiring journey. Join the call for an accessible society.

THT HMO Supports Bethesda School for the Blind

THT HMO marked the International Day of Persons with Disabilities with a heartfelt visit to Bethesda Home and School for the Blind in Mushin, providing gifts and pledging ongoing support for the visually impaired students.

Tinubu's Wife Gives N200k Grants to 9,500 PWDs

Nigeria's First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has empowered 9,500 persons with disabilities with N200,000 business grants each. The initiative, launched on International Day of PWDs, is part of the Renewed Hope Initiative.

NAPTIP, ICMPD Scale Up Fight Against Human Trafficking

NAPTIP and ICMPD held a capacity-building workshop in Lagos to enhance strategies against human trafficking and violence. The event focused on tackling tech-driven crimes and improving inter-agency collaboration.

Nigerians React to Gumi's Prayer on Insecurity Enablers

Islamic cleric Sheik Gumi's public prayer against those enabling Nigeria's insecurity has ignited fierce reactions online, with many labeling him a 'bandits apologist'. Read the full story and see the social media exchanges.

Tinubu's RHI Gives N200k to 250 PWDs in Ogun

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu's Renewed Hope Initiative disbursed N200,000 grants to 250 Persons with Disabilities in Ogun State to mark World Disability Day. Read how this boosts inclusive growth.

HerSTEM Tournament for Female PWDs in Lagos

FAME Foundation hosts the HerSTEM Inclusive Tournament for Nigerian girls and women with disabilities at Lagos's National Stadium. The event, aligned with International Day of PWDs, promotes empowerment through parasports. Attend and support!

ICC Rejects Duterte Release Request

International Criminal Court rejects former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte's release request ahead of crimes against humanity trial. Read latest updates on drug war case.

NURTW Chairman Killed in Ilesa Shooting

NURTW chairman Adeboye Ademoroti shot dead in Ilesa. Osun police confirm investigation ongoing as Governor Adeleke warns against political violence. Read latest updates.

Zamfara First Lady launches 16-Day GBV Activism

Zamfara State's First Lady, Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal, has launched the 2025 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, calling for unified action and digital safety.

Cross River: 800 GBV cases, just 5 convictions

Cross River State records 800 gender-based violence cases with only 5 convictions. Commissioner Edema Irom reveals shocking details about GBV in cocoa farms, motor parks, and online. Urgent action needed!

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