The Delta State Ministry of Women Affairs has commended The Albino Foundation (TAF Africa) for its commitment to advancing disability inclusion.
Speaking during a town hall meeting in Asaba on Wednesday, the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Mrs. Oghenekevwe Agas, described the group’s advocacy as a strong support to the state’s efforts.
“As a ministry, we take the matter of inclusion seriously. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) clearly remind us to ‘leave no one behind,’ and we are determined to uphold that commitment,” Agas said.
The town hall meeting featured an interactive session where Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) openly shared the challenges they face in accessing opportunities and participating fully in society.
Representing TAF Africa, Dr. Andrew Adaji assured participants that their complaints would be documented and presented to the appropriate authorities for necessary action.
He explained that the meeting was organised under the Disability Engagement and Rehabilitation for Improved Policy Implementation and Development (DeRAPID) Programme, funded by the European Union and CBM, in collaboration with TAF Africa.
According to him, the programme focuses on strengthening the inclusion of PWDs in governance and development processes by promoting access to social services, enhancing participation in policy dialogues, and supporting advocacy initiatives at the community level.
“These activities show DeRAPID’s commitment to ensuring that disability rights are not just recognised in law but actively practiced,” Adaji said.
Participants welcomed the initiative, describing it as a vital step toward bridging the gap between PWDs and government institutions.
The event aimed to promote inclusive growth and sustainable development, with stakeholders calling for sustained advocacy to ensure that inclusion remains at the heart of Delta State’s development agenda.
The meeting brought together disability advocates, government officials, and community leaders to discuss practical ways of ensuring that PWDs are not left behind in governance and development.
