Disability
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International Albinism Awareness Day: Deborah Mustapha Shares Why Representation Matters
Today, June 13, 2025, is International Albinism Awareness Day. Albinism is a rare, non-contagious genetic condition that occurs worldwide, affecting people regardless of ethnicity or gender. The condition is marked by a lack of melanin…
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“I have always had confidence in my uniqueness as person with albinism”— Gabriella Adeboye
Gabriella Adeboye is a 22-year-old makeup artist from Ogun State, Nigeria. However, she was born and raised in Lagos. One thing she truly enjoys is creating content and exploring new ideas. Gabriella is one of…
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Olakulehin Dami’s Journey of Finding Purpose in Disability
Damilare Mary Olakulehin lectures at Sub-Saharan Africa’s number one institution of special education— the Federal College of Education (Special), Oyo, Nigeria. She is the National Secretary of the Deaf Women Association of Nigeria (DWAN). Dami…
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Ojugu Re-Elected As JONAPWD Chairperson, Pledges Push for Edo Disability Commission
Ms Ann Ojugu has been re-elected as the Chairperson of the Joint National Association of Persons With Disabilities (JONAPWD) on February 15, 2025 in Edo State. As part of her commitment in the new term,…
