By Adeyemi Adeleye
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it has created access to enhance active participation of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in politics and governance .
INEC’s Disability Desk Officer in Lagos State, Mr Luka Buba, disclosed that at a two-day workshop organised by Centre for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD) for PWD on Thursday in Lagos.
The theme of the programme was “Capacity Building Workshop For Aspiring Politicians with Disabilities”.
Describing the workshop as apt, Buba said that its goal aligned with the vision of INEC for PWDs.
“As an inclusive body, right now, INEC is creating access for PWDs in the electoral process and currently has a PWD working as an employee of the electoral umpire.
“This is a laudable achievement’ for PWDs. The initiative is in line with the support vision of INEC for PWDs,” Buba said.
According to him, INEC is an inclusive body that wants to carry everybody along in the electoral process.
He…
Source: News Agency of Nigeria
