Equality Live

22/09/2025

Why Nigeria Must Confront the Barriers Facing Deaf Citizens

Bridging the gap between policy and inclusive development

08/05/2025

The Nigerian Senate finally passes the tax reform bills. But the inequality in the laws will continue to hurt Persons With Disabilities for as long as government refuse to consider it.

‘Disability Tax Credit’

‘Assistive Technology import duty exemption’

‘PWDs who have limited productive days should not pay same tax as those who work longer and more productively’

These are missing in the tax reforms, creating the inequality disabled Nigerians lament.

27/03/2025

In Nigeria, disability-insensitivity permeates 2025 budgeting, signalling failure of a policy President Tinubu's aide tried to push on his steam alone

Bridging the gap between policy and inclusive development

14/02/2025

Following its validation last April, and publication the following month, the framework could boast of no launch pad almost nine months after. The launchers simply dived into exposition of the application process, the online platform, its database, and others. Nothing else to test it in real time let alone begin operations.

Bridging the gap between policy and inclusive development

06/02/2025

“She gave me a potty, if I had to ease myself, and locked me up inside till the following day,” she said. “I was afraid of the shop being robbed, and the robbers finding me inside.”

Bridging the gap between policy and inclusive development

06/01/2025

Bridging the gap between policy and inclusive development

02/01/2025

2025: Why Nigeria Must Take Action on Disability Inclusion Now!

As we step into a new year, Equality Reporters extends heartfelt gratitude to all our supporters, partners, and readers who have championed the cause of disability rights with us over the past year. Your unwavering commitment has fueled our work as Nigeria’s foremost platform for disability and policy reporting. Together, we’ve amplified voices, inspired change, and held leaders accountable.

However, as we inch closer to 2030—the deadline for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)—the urgency for action cannot be overstated. Nigeria is yet to meet critical disability inclusion targets, and time is running out. We must collectively ensure that Nigerians with disabilities are no longer sidelined in the nation’s development agenda.

This year, we urge policymakers at all levels to break free from outdated perceptions of disability as a matter of charity or pity. Such approaches perpetuate exclusion and dependency. Instead, let us recognize persons with disabilities as active, capable individuals with unique contributions to make in building a stronger Nigeria. Inclusion must mean intentionality:

In policymaking: Nigerians with disabilities must be involved at the decision-making table, shaping policies that directly impact their lives.
In governance: Systems must be designed to eliminate barriers to their full participation in education, employment, healthcare, and other opportunities.
In society: Public and private institutions must create environments where equality and accessibility are prioritised.

The cost of inaction is steep—not only for persons with disabilities but for Nigeria as a whole. Without meaningful inclusion, the country risks missing the transformative potential of millions of its citizens and falling short of global development commitments.

As we embark on this journey into 2025, Equality Reporters remains steadfast in advocating for a Nigeria where inclusion, participation, and equal opportunities are realities for all. But we cannot do it alone. We call on policymakers, civil society, private organizations, and individuals to join this vital cause.

Let this be the year we shift the narrative, dismantle systemic barriers, and unleash the full potential of all Nigerians. The time to act is now.

Visit http://www.equalityreporters.com to learn more about our work and how you can support this mission. Together, we can achieve a Nigeria that truly leaves no one behind.

Equality Reporters Team

Bridging the gap between policy and inclusive development

29/12/2024

Justice J.O.E. Adeyemi of the High Court of FCT, Abuja, on December 23 declared the Inclusive Friends Association Founder's actions “unlawful, unconstitutional, and violation of the applicant’s fundamental human rights”

Bridging the gap between policy and inclusive development

24/12/2024

Bridging the gap between policy and inclusive development

23/12/2024

Besides suffering the impact of global warming, PWAs also now watch their wealth, their sources of living melting. It can’t be otherwise where a government fails to provide an environment for citizens whose health conditions deserve special needs to live. Such citizens face deprivation of their rights to also participate equally with others in making a living.

Bridging the gap between policy and inclusive development

09/11/2024

The Lagos State Government Transport Policy has failed — by its own standard. The Red Line Rail that excludes Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) is proof.

Bridging the gap between policy and inclusive development

29/10/2024

Hon. Bashiru wouldn’t clarify to ER why the presidency disregarded the law, and got away with burying the NCPWD in a ministry that gives disability a humanitarian coloration.

Bridging the gap between policy and inclusive development