AIDDN National Election Report 2026
Overview The Association for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in Nigeria (AIDDN) conducted its 2026 National Election on Saturday, March 28, 2026. The election was designed to be 100% virtual to allow for participation across all six geopolitical zones. Voting was held via the AIDDN official website. Election Results All contested candidates met the constitutional […]
Building Capacity and Strengthening Advocacy: Insights from Our Step-Down Training
On Sunday, February 22, 2026, the AIDDN Leadership convened a virtual Step-Down Training on Technical Capacity Strengthening for Cluster Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs). The session brought together State Excos and Zonal Coordinators to share critical lessons from a recent three-day workshop held in Abuja. The primary goal was to reflect on current operations […]
Aiddn Youth Advocacy Skills Training Program
At AIDDN, we remain committed to empowering persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities through capacity building and advocacy. As part of this commitment, we successfully conducted a two-day virtual Advocacy Workshop focused on building confidence, strengthening communication skills, and promoting self-advocacy among youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities. During the sessions, participants were equipped with […]
AIDDN Marks World Down Syndrome Day 2026
Celebrating Persons with Down Syndrome and Supporting Their Parents and Caregivers Today, on World Down Syndrome Day (March 21), the Association for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities of Nigeria (AIDDN) joins families, self-advocates, service providers and communities across the country to celebrate the abilities, dignity and contributions of persons with Down syndrome and to renew our […]
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.