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Zamfara State Establishes Persons with Disabilities PWD Board to Promote Inclusive Governance and Social Welfare

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As part of his administration's commitment to social welfare and inclusive governance, Governor Dauda Lawal has established the Zamfara State Persons with Disabilities PWD Board. The new board is designed to safeguard the rights of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), protect them from discrimination, and promote equal access to opportunities in society. The establishment of the board follows the amendment of the state law, which includes key changes such as the substitution of the board's chairman with an executive chairman and the appointment of full-time members among the PWDs. Governor Lawal has appointed a pioneer executive chairman and eight other members of the board, including representatives from various clusters of PWDs. The board aims to uplift the living standards of PWDs across the state and has been tasked with working diligently to achieve this goal.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Zamfara State Persons with Disabilities PWD Board has been established to promote inclusive governance and social welfare.
  • The board is designed to safeguard the rights of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), protect them from discrimination, and promote equal access to opportunities in society.
  • Key amendments to the state law include the substitution of the board's 'Chairman' with 'Executive Chairman' and the appointment of full-time members among the PWDs.
  • Governor Dauda Lawal has appointed Alhaji Usman Ahmed Nahuche as the pioneer Executive Chairman of the board.
  • Other members of the board appointed include Hajiya 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.
  • Alhaji Nahuche brings extensive experience in governance and advocacy to the position.
  • The establishment of the board reflects Governor Lawal's commitment to social justice, equity, and inclusivity.

Statistics:

  • The Zamfara State Persons with Disabilities PWD Board is comprised of a pioneer Executive Chairman and eight other members.
  • The board includes representatives from various clusters of PWDs, including Deaf, Spinal Cords, Physically Challenged, and Blind clusters.
  • The amended state law ensures that members of the board are among the targeted groups to serve their interests.
  • The establishment of the board aims to uplift the living standards of PWDs across Zamfara State.

Sources:

  • "Establishment of Zamfara State Persons with Disabilities Board," by Suleman Ahmad Tudu, Senior Special Assistant (Media), Office of the Secretary to the Zamfara State Government, Gusau.

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