Disability is not contagious, stop discriminating against IDDs – AIDDN President
Lagos, December 17, 2025 – Mrs. Joko Omotola, National President of the Association for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities of Nigeria (AIDDN), has called on Nigerians to end discrimination against persons with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), stressing that disability is neither a disease nor contagious. Mrs. Omotola made the call in Lagos while briefing journalists […]
AIDDN Stakeholders Call for Inclusive Health Financing For People With Disabilities
The issue of poor access and affordable health care for persons with disabilities came up once again on Wednesday, December, 17, 2025 for national discourse with stakeholders and members of the Association for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities of Nigeria (AIDDN), calling on the government and corporate Nigeria to correct the anomaly. Held at the Centre […]
World Down Syndrome Day 2025
World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD), observed annually on March 21st, is a global awareness day focused on raising awareness about Down syndrome and promoting the rights, inclusion, and well-being of people with Down syndrome Dear Friends, I am delighted to join the global community in celebrating World Down Syndrome Day today, Friday, March 21st. This […]
Understanding Mental Health Disorders and Promoting Healing.
Mental health disorders affect millions of people worldwide, yet they remain one of the most stigmatized and misunderstood conditions in society.
Seeing Beyond Sight: Navigating Life with Visual Impairment
Visual impairment, encompassing a range of conditions from partial sight to total blindness, is a reality faced by millions of individuals worldwide.
Breaking the Silence: Understanding and Supporting Individuals with Hearing Impairment
Hearing impairment, also known as deafness or hearing loss, is a common yet often misunderstood condition that affects millions of people worldwide.
Navigating Life with Mobility Impairment: Challenges and Triumphs
Mobility impairment is a term that encompasses a wide range of conditions, from paralysis to musculoskeletal disorders, that affect an individual’s ability to move freely and independently.
Parents raising children with disabilities.
Parenting a child with cerebral palsy in Nigeria presents unique challenges due to factors such as limited access to specialized medical care, social stigma, and cultural beliefs.
Stereotypes and common misconceptions about people with disabilities in Africa
Assistive technology has the potential to significantly improve the daily lives of individuals with disabilities in Africa. However, access to such technology remains a challenge due to various factors including affordability, infrastructure limitations, and lack of awareness.
Celebrating Disability Representation in Media in Nigeria
In recent years, Nigeria has seen a significant shift towards celebrating disability representation in its media landscape. This movement marks a departure from the previous marginalization and stereotyping of individuals with disabilities, instead emphasizing their diverse talents, experiences, and contributions to society.