The Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), Dr. Aisha Garba, has pledged to prioritize the domestication of the Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) Anti-Discrimination Act across all states in Nigeria.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Naija247news gathered that Dr. Garba made this commitment during an interactive session with members of the Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD) at the UBEC headquarters in Abuja.
According to Naija247news, she emphasized the importance of inclusive education for PWDs and stressed that the domestication of the Act would ensure that their rights are protected and that they have equal access to quality education.
Naija247news understands that Dr. Garba acknowledged the challenges faced by PWDs in accessing education, including physical barriers, lack of assistive technology, and inadequate teacher training. She assured the JONAPWD representatives that UBEC would work closely with state governments to address these challenges and create an inclusive learning environment for all children.
Naija247news reports that the interactive session provided a platform for JONAPWD to present their concerns and recommendations to UBEC. They highlighted the need for increased budgetary allocation for inclusive education, the provision of sign language interpreters in schools, and the recruitment and training of special needs teachers.
Dr. Garba assured the association that UBEC would consider their recommendations and work towards implementing effective strategies to improve the quality of education for PWDs in Nigeria. She emphasized the importance of collaboration between UBEC, state governments, and civil society organizations to ensure that all children, regardless of their disabilities, have the opportunity to reach their full potential.
This news story highlights the commitment of UBEC to inclusive education and the importance of the PWDs Anti-Discrimination Act in ensuring equal access to education for all children. It also emphasizes the need for continued collaboration between stakeholders to address the challenges faced by PWDs in accessing quality education in Nigeria.
