Enugu Governor, Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi
Gov. Ugwuanyi backs domestication of Nigerian Disability Act in Enugu
[From CHINEDU NWAFOR, Abakaliki]
Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi has backed the domestication of the Nigerian Disability Act in Enugu State.
Ugwuanyi who gave his backing when the representatives of Voice of Disability Initiative (VDI) visited him at the Government House Enugu, on Friday, assured them of his full support for the domestication of the Nigerian Disability Act in the State.
The governor said he would push for its quick passage into law by the State Assembly, as a demonstration of his commitment to the well-being of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in the state.
Gov. Ugwuanyi, who advised members of the advocacy group to put their needs in writing for intervention, stated that his administration will continue to encourage, engage and see how it could assist them, saying: “It is all about our people”.
He appreciated those leading the group for their selfless service to humanity.
The leader of the delegation and consultant to VDI, Mrs. Onyinye Mamah, on behalf of Persons with Disabilities, commended Gov. Ugwuanyi for his passion and commitment to the wellbeing of PWDs, the passage of the Child Rights Act and Violence against Persons Prohibition (VAPP) Act into law in Enugu State, as well as the entrenchment of peace, security and good governance in the state.
Mrs. Mamah, who is the Executive Director, Heroine Women Foundation and State Sub-Committee Chairman, Gender Based Violence, Welfare and Support, also applauded the Wife of the Governor, Mrs. Monica Ugochi Ugwuanyi for impacting the lives of Persons with Disabilities, women, girl child and children in Enugu State through her pet project, Ugo’s Touch of Life Foundation (U-TOLF).
She said: “When anyone wants security he will come to our home. We will ensure that our Enugu will continue to be the pacesetter.
“Persons with Disabilities recognize the efforts of Enugu State House of Assembly and Enugu State Ministry of Justice to put in place, a law that would protect the rights of Persons with Disabilities and provide for their welfare”.
The Executive Director, VDI, Catharine Ede, expressed gratitude to Gov. Ugwuanyi for providing employment for people with disabilities who are graduates in the state civil service.
