National Commission for People with Disabilities identify Bauchi for it's Zonal Office


 From Usman Shehu Bauchi

 In it efforts to bring close the activities of Persons with Disabilities (NCPWDs) to their door steps, the National Commission for People with Disabilities is proposing to establish North East Zonal Headquarters in Bauchi.

This revealition was made by the Executive Secretary of the Commission Hon. James Lalu, when the Executive Secretary of the Bauchi State Agency for People with Disabilities and some Directors of the Agency paid an advocacy visit to the Commission in Abuja recently.

Hon. James Lalu said that the Commission is aware of the efforts Bauchi State Agency for PWDs is doing in bringing succour and support to the vulnerables and therefore commended the Bauchi State Government and the Agency for Persons with Disabilities for their relentless efforts to improve the lives of persons with disabilities. 

He however, pledged the Commission's  support to  the establishment of the zonal office in Bauchi State, which would further strengthen the support network for persons with disabilities in the region. 

Earlier in her remarks, the Executive Secretary of the Agency for Persons with Disabilities Bauchi State, Hon. Brisca Joram Aaron said that the primary purpose of their visit was to commend the Commission for its efforts in supporting persons with disabilities in Bauchi State.

Hon. Brisca applauded the Commission's Executives Secretary and his management team for their innovative approach to tackling issues that affect PWDs across the Country. 

She said  his long and effective service in office as the Executive Secretary of the Commission is an attestation of his hard work, dedication, commitment, God-fearing attitude, selfless service, and genuine concern for persons with disabilities. 

 " Under the purposeful leadership of His Excellency, Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed,  the Agency has been resuscitated with a view  to bringing persons with disabilities closer to the government and cater for their essential needs, such as education, healthcare, and other social services" she said.

Hon. Brisca informed the Commission that one of the policy thrusts of the Bauchi State Government under His Excellency Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed is the social inclusion framework which is in line with global best practices of good governance.

She then solicited the support of the Commission for the establishment of  Zonal Headquarters of the Commission for Persons with Disabilities office in Bauchi.

In a related development, Hon. Brisca Jarom Aaron also paid an advocacy visit to the office of the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunity,  Hon. Mohammed Abba Isa, to also seek his support for the establishment of the Disability Commission Zonal Office in Bauchi State. 

" Currently the Agency in Bauchi, is dedicated to promoting the rights, welfare, and opportunities of individuals with disabilities, fostering an inclusive society where they can thrive and contribute meaningfully to National Development" she explained.

Ms. Aaron also informed the SSA that Bauchi, being the safest State in the North East Region and the enabling environment created by His Excellency Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, has all it takes to house the Commission's Zonal Office.

In his response, Hon. Abba Isa expressed  appreciation for the visit and pledged to collaborate closely with Bauchi State. 

He acknowledged the exceptional efforts and dedication of Bauchi State's Governor, Sen. Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed  towards the welfare and inclusion of persons with disabilities (PWDs) in the state affairs.

"Governor Mohammed's administration is notable for its exceptional support and contributions to PWDs, making Bauchi State a leader in the Northeast region of Nigeria. Currently, Bauchi State is the only state in the region with an independent Agency dedicated to persons with disabilities", he said.

Hon. Abba Isa then assured that the Federal Level would work hand in hand with Bauchi State to enhance the well-being and opportunities for PWDs, aligning with the Governor’s vision and the state's ongoing initiatives to better the lives of the PWDs.

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