The Federal government has announced the imminent enforcement of the Disability Rights Act starting in January in a bid to protect the rights and improve the lives of people living with disabilities in Nigeria.
The Executive Secretary, National Commission for Persons with Disabilities, NCPWD, James David Lalu, disclosed this at a press briefing held Thursday in Abuja.
He said the move aims to eradicate discrimination and ensure equal opportunities for every citizen, irrespective of their physical or mental abilities.
He emphasized the federal government’s commitment to promoting inclusivity, equal access, and social justice for persons with disabilities
Reports gathered that the Disability Rights Act was passed by the National Assembly in January 2019, after several years of advocacy by disability rights activists. The act covers a wide array of rights, including the prohibition of discrimination against persons with disabilities in various sectors, such as education, employment, healthcare, and public transportation.
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