As the World marks the international day of education, an international non-profit making organization, Sightsavers Nigeria, called on the government to pay more attention to the educational needs of children living with disabilities in the country in order to ensure inclusion.
The group also urged other stakeholders to advocate the right investment and education policies to help children have access to quality education, regardless of their abilities.
A statement by Country Director, Sightsaver Nigeria, Dr Sunday Isiyaku, said that Nigeria has one of the highest rates of out-of-school children.
He said: “In Kaduna we have seen first-hand the positive impact that education can have on the lives of children with disabilities and their families. Inclusive education is not only a basic human right, but also a powerful tool for achieving sustainable development.
“We praise the government for their work on disability…
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