Chairman of the Plateau State chapter of the Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD) Shindol Aaron has appealed to the three tiers of government to prioritise the welfare of persons with disabilities.
Aaron made the call while speaking to our correspondent in Jos yesterday.
According to him, if you want to gauge how a society is faring, the interests of persons with disabilities should be top on the agenda.
He added that they need to be given space to thrive and the opportunity to contribute their quota to the growth of society.
“In terms of education and job opportunities, we should also be given equal opportunities to showcase our ability,” he said.
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Persons With Disabilities Demand Better Welfare
Source: Leadership News
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