Disability
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An Invisible Disability: How Medical Neglect of Endometriosis Leaves Women in Despair
When 31-year-old Tinuade Mary was diagnosed with endometriosis, she had a mental breakdown so severe that she became depressed and had to be admitted to the hospital for therapy. The thought of living with the…
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“When Society Isn’t Built for You:” Karen Muruiki Speaks on Marginalisation of PwDs
Summary: Karen Muruiki speaks on the Difficult Conversation Africa Podcast about how African societies often exclude people with disabilities and why inclusion requires systemic change, not just sympathy. In a media landscape often dominated by…
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“Inclusion that does not centre lived experience will always fall short,” Disability advocate Susan Kelechi
Summary: Disability inclusion in Nigeria remains largely performative, prioritising visibility over real power or participation. Until persons with disabilities have true ownership of decision-making and leadership, inclusion will remain rhetoric rather than justice. Disability inclusion…
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MGC Director Misturah Owolabi Condemns Viral Skit Mocking People with Albinism
Summary: Misturah Owolabi, Creative Director of Misty Glam Company, condemned a viral skit mocking people with albinism, calling out the creative industry for exploiting their limited opportunities and perpetuating harmful stereotypes. Misturah Abisola Owolabi, popularly…
