Zamfara State Establishes Persons with Disabilities Board to Safeguard Rights and Promote Inclusion

Strategic Insights -

In a major step towards inclusive governance and social welfare, Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has established the Zamfara State Persons with Disabilities Board (ZSPDB), following the amendment of the State law to safeguard the rights of persons with disabilities (PWDs). The Board, established to protect PWDs from discrimination and promote equal access to opportunities, has 10 members appointed by Governor Lawal, including 3 members with disabilities. The Board's Executive Chairman, Usman Ahmed Nahuche, a retired Permanent Secretary and member of the deaf cluster, has extensive experience in governance and advocacy.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Zamfara State Persons with Disabilities Board (ZSPDB) has been established to safeguard the rights of persons with disabilities (PWDs) and promote inclusive governance.
  • The Board's Executive Chairman, Usman Ahmed Nahuche, is a retired Permanent Secretary and member of the deaf cluster, bringing extensive experience in governance and advocacy.
  • Other members of the Board appointed include Mrs Amina B M Audu (spinal cords cluster), Tukur Abdullahi (deaf cluster), Babangida Umar Shinkafi (physically challenged), Umar Babangida Ahmed (blind cluster), Binta Namadi (representative of women), and Sani Abubakar as member.
  • The establishment of the Board reflects Governor Dauda Lawal's commitment to social justice, equity, and inclusivity.
  • The amended law makes it mandatory for members of the board to be among the PWDs to ensure that all activities of the board serve the interests of the targeted groups.
  • The Board's primary objective is to uplift the living standards of PWDs across the State.

Statistics:

  • The Zamfara State Persons with Disabilities Board (ZSPDB) has 10 members.
  • 3 members of the Board have disabilities, including the Executive Chairman.
  • The Board's establishment reflects Governor Dauda Lawal's commitment to social justice, equity, and inclusivity.
  • The amended law aims to protect PWDs from discrimination and promote equal access to opportunities.

Sources:

  • Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Abubakar Mohammad Nakwada
  • Zamfara State Government ( announcement of the establishment of the ZSPDB )