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APC urges support for PWDs, distributes relief materials in Abuja

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  • The All Progressives Congress (APC) has called for greater support and inclusion for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Nigeria.
  • The party distributed cash and food items to hundreds of PWDs in Abuja as part of its commitment to their welfare.
  • APC leaders reaffirmed the party's dedication to disability inclusion and ensuring PWDs benefit from its programs and policies.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) is advocating for increased support and inclusion for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) across Nigeria, demonstrating this commitment through the distribution of essential relief materials in Abuja. Hundreds of beneficiaries, representing various disability clusters from the Federal Capital Territory and surrounding areas, received cash and food items at the APC National Secretariat.

I’m standing here on behalf of the National Chairman to appreciate you and welcome you to the APC National Secretariat.

— Jibrin BancirPrincipal Private Secretary to the APC National Chairman, speaking to beneficiaries at the distribution event.

This initiative, spearheaded by the APC National Leader of Persons with Disabilities, Tolu Bankole, aims to bolster vulnerable members of society and foster greater participation of PWDs in political and national development. Jibrin Bancir, Principal Private Secretary to the APC National Chairman, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, emphasized the party's resolve to ensure PWDs benefit from its programs and policies.

Bancir welcomed the beneficiaries, stating, “I’m standing here on behalf of the National Chairman to appreciate you and welcome you to the APC National Secretariat.” He assured them of the party's backing for initiatives aimed at PWDs, noting that their inclusion is a priority under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration. “This is a party you belong to, and you are aware of what our President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is doing to advance the cause of our country,” he added.

This is a party you belong to, and you are aware of what our President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is doing to advance the cause of our country.

— Jibrin BancirReaffirming the party's commitment to national development and the role of PWDs.

Bankole expressed gratitude to the APC leadership for their support, urging for continued collaboration to enhance the welfare of PWDs nationwide. “We are stronger together. I appreciate the support of the National Chairman for his love and commitment to PWDs nationwide. He has shown leadership and comradeship,” Bankole remarked. He highlighted that the distribution is part of ongoing efforts to provide relief and opportunities, with beneficiaries from visually and hearing-impaired communities acknowledging the timely support amidst economic challenges.

We are stronger together. I appreciate the support of the National Chairman for his love and commitment to PWDs nationwide. He has shown leadership and comradeship.

— Tolu BankoleExpressing gratitude for the support received for initiatives targeting PWDs.
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