The Kano State Ministry of Women Affairs, Children and Persons with Disabilities has pledged to provide accessible ramps within its premises to improve access for persons with disabilities.
The Commissioner, Amina Sani Abdullahi, gave the assurance during a follow-up advocacy visit by the Vulnerable People Support and Development Initiative (V-PeSDI) to the Ministry.
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The visit focused on promoting physical accessibility, inclusion, dignity and equal opportunities for persons with disabilities, particularly through the provision of ramps at public institutions and government offices.
During the engagement, the V-PeSDI delegation advocated the installation of an accessible ramp, especially at the entrance to the Commissioner’s office, to enable persons with disabilities to access the facility conveniently and independently.
The Commissioner commended the organisation for its sustained advocacy, public awareness campaigns and efforts to promote the rights and improve the quality of life of persons with disabilities in Kano State.
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She pledged that the Ministry would provide an accessible ramp within its premises and assured the delegation of her readiness to engage other ministries, departments and agencies, as well as private establishments, to encourage compliance with the Kano State Persons with Disabilities Law.
The Commissioner also emphasised the need to translate disability-inclusive policies into practical interventions that guarantee accessibility across public buildings, government offices, schools, hospitals and private facilities.
As part of the engagement, V-PeSDI presented disability awareness campaign posters to the Commissioner to strengthen public sensitisation, promote inclusive attitudes and encourage collective responsibility towards building an accessible society.
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The Coordinator of V-PeSDI, Aftahana Dahiru Sarina, said the organisation remained committed to sustained advocacy, constructive engagement with government institutions and the promotion of disability rights and inclusive development across Kano State.
The initiative seeks to ensure that persons with disabilities can access public facilities and participate fully in social and economic activities without facing avoidable physical barriers.