PWDs request special consideration in FG pallaitive distribution in Jigawa

From Ahmed Rufa’i Dutse
Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) in Jigawa state have requested special consideration from Governor Malam Umar Namadi in the ongoing federal government palliative distribution.

The plea was made by Honourable Adamu Shuaibu, chairman of the Joint National Association of Persons With Disabilities (JONAPWD), who highlighted that PWDs have been overlooked in the selection of beneficiaries.
He urged the state and federal governments to create special provisions for PWDs due to their unique challenges.

Shuaibu noted that while the governor is supportive of inclusion, the implementation often neglects PWDs. He mentioned that concerns were raised with the deputy governor, who oversees the palliative distribution, requesting tailored support for PWDs at the local government level.
Shuaibu expressed disappointment that PWDs did not benefit from the recent distribution event in his local area, despite repeated inquiries from concerned members.
He indicated that he has reached out to the state assembly speaker and the governor’s special assistant on disability matters for assistance and remains hopeful for a positive response.
The chairman also acknowledged the government’s efforts in implementing disability laws and includes PWDs in recent teacher employment initiatives.