Tag: #PWDs
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CCD UNVEILS CLIMATE CHANGE REPORT, CALLS FOR INCLUSION OF PWDs
The Centre for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD) has unveiled a research report examining the impact of climate change on Persons With Disabilities (PWDs), calling for its recommendations to be implemented across Nigeria. The Acting Director of CCD, Mr Godwin Unumeri, made the call during the public presentation of the report, titled “Disability-Inclusive Greenhouse Gas Emission…
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NIGERIA TO HOST AFRICA’S FIRST WHEELCHAIR FENCING ACADEMY IN LAGOS
Nigeria is set to host Africa’s first-ever Wheelchair Fencing Academy as the Nigeria Fencing Federation (NFF) renews its commitment to creating equal opportunities for persons with disabilities in sports. The three-day academy, scheduled for Aug. 5 to 7 at Rugby School Nigeria in Victoria Island, Lagos, will bring together athletes, coaches, referees and volunteers from…
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ABIA PWDs EMPOWERED TO FIGHT FOR PIA RIGHTS
Umuahia — Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) in Abia have praised the Centre for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD) for a hands-on training that equips them to push for inclusion in Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) benefits. Participants described the workshop as “timely and impactful,” saying it gave them the knowledge and confidence to demand their rights—peacefully and…
