28 h. ago Autism awareness walk highlights early intervention, inclusion in Lagos

The annual Autism Awareness Walk, which was held on Saturday, emphasised the importance of early intervention, inclusion and empowerment for children with autism, organisers of the event said. Organised by a coalition of dedicated advocates, including Bolanle Adewole of The Learning Place Centre & The Learning Initiatives Africa; Dotun Akande of Patrick Speech and Language Read More

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38 h. ago Autism Awareness: Embracing Differences, Promoting Inclusion

Inclusivity involves embracing people who differ from us, helping us grow as a society. It refers to the practice of providing equal access to opportunities and resources for those who might otherwise be excluded, such as individuals with physical or intellectual disabilities, or those from minority groups (Oxford). Unfortunately, harmful stereotypes about autistic people persist, […]

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4 d. ago WAAD 2025: Ace Artist Tobechi Achionye Thrills Abuja Audience

In a spectacular commemoration of the 2025 World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD) on April 2, sensational autistic artist, Tobechi Achionye, fondly known as Toby, has delivered a scintillating performance in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city. World Autism Awareness Day is an international observance dedicated to raising awareness about autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and promoting acceptance, inclusion, […]

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5 d. ago Autism: Stakeholders seek more awareness, end to stigmatisation

Stakeholders on Wednesday called for greater awareness and a stronger stance against the stigmatisation of Autism Spectrum Disorder. They made this known in Abuja at the 2025 ‘Shine your light autism spectrum conference, themed, “Navigating autism with understanding in Africa,” organised by Ike Foundation for Autism in commemoration of the World Autism Awareness Day. World Read More

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5 d. ago World Autism Awareness Day 2025: First Lady calls for inclusion and action

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   As Nigeria joined the global community to observe World Autism Awareness Day 2025 on April 2, First Lady Oluremi Tinubu called for a more inclusive society and greater awareness of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).  The theme for this year, “Advancing Neurodiversity and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs),” underscores the […] The post World Autism Awareness Day 2025: First Lady calls for inclusion and action appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago World Autism Awareness Day 2025: First Lady calls for inclusion, action

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   As Nigeria joined the global community to observe World Autism Awareness Day 2025 on April 2, First Lady Oluremi Tinubu called for a more inclusive society and greater awareness of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).  The theme for this year, “Advancing Neurodiversity and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs),” underscores the […] The post World Autism Awareness Day 2025: First Lady calls for inclusion, action appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Remi Tinubu Seeks End To Discrimination Against Autistic Nigerians

The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Remi Tinubu, has called for an end to the discrimination faced by Nigerians living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), urging citizens to embrace neurodiversity as a vital part of national development. In a message commemorating the World Autism Awareness Day 2025, the First Lady highlighted the importance of creating […]

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1 week ago Financial inclusion gaps persist despite govt interventions – CODE founder

Despite various government policies aimed at empowering women financially, significant gender gaps remain in Nigeria’s financial inclusion landscape, activist and Connected Development founder, Hamzat Lawal, has said. Speaking during a webinar on Thursday hosted by the PUNCH Media Foundation to mark International Women’s Day 2025, Lawal noted that while Nigeria has a National Financial Inclusion Read More

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1 week ago Foundation advocates inclusive policies for autistic persons

Tribune Online Foundation advocates inclusive policies for autistic persons AS part of advocacy to commemorate the 2025 World Autism Awareness Day, Bethel Xafe Autism Foundation has called for inclusive policies for people living with autism and to ensure their parents can seek the needed care and support for autistic individuals. The Foundation’s Founder, Dr Oluwatosin Akande, disclosed this at the Autism Awareness Conference by […] Foundation advocates inclusive policies for autistic persons Tribune Online

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