Often in our clime, persons living with disabilities (PLWDs) are looked at with disdain and disgust, which also affects our reasoning and dealings with them in the public space. Similarly, at the national level, the number of disability discrimination laws and constitutional provisions have increased significantly all over the world. Specifically, in September 2018, World Bank reported that one billion people, or 15% of the world’s population, experience some form of disability and disability prevalence is higher for developing countries. Thus, a little respite came for people with disability in Nigeria with this Act, as it is one route to dignity for some socially ‘‘excluded’’ Nigerians by 2030. Also, having a commission does not equate positive outcome for PLWDs, because the commission may be manned by those without passion and compassion.

Source: The Guardian December 27, 2019 04:30 UTC