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06/07/2026

WORD OF THE WEEK!! ✨

Understanding the right words helps us create a more inclusive world.

Every week, we’ll break down a disability and inclusion-related term in a simple and practical way.

Follow along and keep learning with us! 💙

29/06/2026

ONE OPPORTUNITY CAN CHANGE A LIFE.

This inspiring story tells how an act of leadership by Chief Lucky Igbinedion 27 years ago empowered Barr. Melody Omosah—now Director of the Citizens' Mediation Centre and Executive Director of NAPVID—to become a leading voice for access to justice and disability inclusion, touching thousands of lives across Edo State and beyond.
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Read the full story below:
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29/06/2026

ONE OPPORTUNITY CAN CHANGE A LIFE.

This inspiring story tells how an act of leadership by Chief Lucky Igbinedion 27 years ago empowered Barr. Melody Omosah—now Director of the Citizens' Mediation Centre and Executive Director of NAPVID—to become a leading voice for access to justice and disability inclusion, touching thousands of lives across Edo State and beyond.

Read the full story below:

Twenty-seven years ago, on the very first working day of his administration, former Edo State Governor Chief Lucky Igbinedion received an unexpected visitor who

26/06/2026

Reserved spaces are not special privileges. They are essential provisions that enable persons with disabilities to access public places, services, and opportunities with dignity, independence, and safety.

Unfortunately, many members of the public are either unaware of the purpose of these spaces or choose to disregard them, creating barriers for persons with disabilities and limiting their access to public facilities.

To address this challenge, NAPVID, in collaboration with the Edo State Commission for Persons with Disabilities, organized an awareness rally on Thursday, June 19, 2026, to educate the public on the importance of accessibility and compliance with the Edo State Disability Law.

Section 8 of the law provides that persons with disabilities have the right and necessary facilities to access the physical environment and buildings on an equal basis with others. Section 14 further mandates that suitable spaces, including designated parking areas, be properly marked and reserved for persons with disabilities, while prescribing penalties for violations.

The rally, which commenced at the Edo State Secretariat and ended at JOPSA, served as a call to businesses, institutions, facility owners, and the general public to create and protect accessible spaces for persons with disabilities.

Accessibility is not a favour. It is a right guaranteed by law.

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05/06/2026

Happy Children’s Day to every child. ✨

Today, we celebrate the joy, dreams, and endless potential that children carry within them.

Every child deserves love, support, inclusion, and equal opportunities to thrive because every child deserves a better future.

Let us continue to build a world where every child is seen, valued, and empowered to become all they are meant to be.

05/06/2026

When disability rights are accessible and easy to understand, they become more than provisions in a law—they become tools for inclusion, participation, and empowerment.

This commitment was further reinforced yesterday as the Edo State Commission for Persons with Disabilities (EDSCPD), in collaboration with the Network for the Advancement of Persons with Disabilities (NAPVID), with support from the Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption Programme (RoLAC II), publicly unveiled the Edo State Simplified Disability Law and the Report on Inclusivity and Accessibility in Edo State Civil Service.

The event brought together key stakeholders from government, development institutions, civil society, organizations of persons with disabilities, and the media, reflecting a shared commitment to advancing disability inclusion in Edo State.

Representatives of the Office of the Secretary to the State Government, the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Justice, and the Ministry of Information and Strategy were among the dignitaries present, underscoring the importance of collective action in promoting the rights and inclusion of persons with disabilities.

While the Simplified Disability Law seeks to make the provisions of the law more accessible and easier to understand, the Report on Inclusivity and Accessibility provides valuable insights into the current state of disability inclusion within the Edo State Civil Service and highlights opportunities for progress.

The unveiling marks another important step towards ensuring that disability rights move beyond policy documents and translate into meaningful participation, accessibility, and equal opportunities for all.

Together, we continue to build an Edo State where inclusion is not an aspiration, but a reality.

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18/05/2026

WHAT IS INCLUSIVE EDUCATION?!

We started a new series on Inclusive education airing on ITV/RADIO every Friday by 2pm.

Follow Us and Join in the conversation.

Watch the full video on our YouTube, Link in the Bio .

20/04/2026

In April 2023, Precious Umoru’s dream of becoming a nurse was almost cut short.

She had gained admission into the Edo State College of Nursing Sciences, Benin City. She resumed lectures. She paid over ₦300,000 in fees.

Then her admission was withdrawn.

The reason? Her physical disability — described as an unstable gait and bent posture. The school believed she wouldn’t be able to cope with the demands of training.

But that decision didn’t go unchallenged.

NAPVID stepped in.

We joined other advocates to raise our voices, push for accountability, and demand that her right to education be respected. What followed was a wave of intervention — including action from the Edo State Government — leading to a reassessment of her case.

Precious was reinstated.
She returned to school.
And she kept going.

Today, she has graduated. 🎓

The NAPVID team had the honour of attending her sign-out to celebrate this full-circle moment with her — a moment that once felt uncertain, but now stands as a testament to resilience and advocacy.

This is one of the many interventions we are proud to be part of. And it’s powerful to see it end in praise.

Precious’ story reminds us why we do what we do — because every voice matters, and every opportunity should be accessible to all.

Congratulations, Precious. Your win is a big one for all of us 💛

26/03/2026

In our society, when it comes to persons with disabilities, the first response is often sympathy. And while that comes from a place of care, it is simply not enough.

The real question is; are we creating solutions? Are we taking action?

We were live at the News Central Townhall Series in Asaba, Delta State , where this important conversation took center stage. From lived experiences to expert insights, it was clear that the focus must shift from just feeling to doing.

At NAPVID, we remain committed to being part of these conversations—across states and spaces—ensuring that inclusion is not just discussed, but actively pursued.

Because beyond sympathy, what truly matters is action.

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26/03/2026

We’re live at the News Central Townhall Series, Asaba 📍
Moving from sympathy to meaningful solutions for disability in Nigeria.

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