Borno Government Committed To Empowering Persons With Disabilities
The Borno State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) through inclusive policies and programmes aimed at enhancing their welfare and promoting self-reliance.
The Honourable Commissioner for Information and Internal Security, Prof. Usman A. Tar, gave the assurance while receiving the leadership of the Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JNAPWD), Borno State Chapter, led by its Chairman, Mallam Mustapha, during a courtesy visit to his office.
Prof. Tar stated that the administration of Governor Babagana Umara Zulum remains committed to creating an enabling environment for Persons with Disabilities by providing the necessary support, opportunities and facilities to improve their socio-economic well-being and ensure their full participation in the development of the state.
The Commissioner also reiterated the government’s resolve to advance disability inclusion through legislative reforms, noting that the proposed Disability Rights Bill reflects the administration’s determination to safeguard the rights and welfare of Persons with Disabilities in Borno State.
Earlier, the Chairman of JNAPWD, Mallam Mustapha, commended Governor Babagana Umara Zulum for forwarding an Executive Communication to the Borno State House of Assembly seeking the enactment of the Disability Rights Bill. He disclosed that the bill has successfully scaled its second reading and is expected to complete the remaining legislative processes before being passed into law and assented to.
According to him, the proposed legislation also provides for the establishment of the Borno State Disability Welfare Board, which will strengthen institutional support for Persons with Disabilities across the state.
The association expressed appreciation to the Borno State Government for its sustained commitment to promoting the rights, welfare and inclusion of Persons with Disabilities.
Present at the meeting were the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Alhaji Aminu Chamalwa, FSI, CPS; the Director of Administration and Supply, Babagana Mustapha; and other management staff of the ministry.
Highlights of the visit include a group photograph and a media interview with the Chairman of the association.
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