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World Food Programme (WFP) Partners with S-DIA Advocacy LBG to Empower Persons with Disabilities

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World Food Programme (WFP) Partners with S-DIA Advocacy LBG to Empower Persons with Disabilities

The World Food Programme (WFP) in Accra, Ghana, has announced its sponsorship to S-DIA Advocacy LBG for the organization of the International Persons with Disability Empowerment Conference (INPEWDEC 2024).

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This collaboration will focus on enhancing food security, nutrition, and overall empowerment for persons with disabilities (PWDs) in Ghana and neighboring countries.

The inaugural conference, organized by S-DIA Advocacy LBG in collaboration with Inclusion Ghana, SWEB Foundation and The Sedofa Consultancy (TSC), is scheduled for November 28th and 29th 2024 in Accra.

With the theme “Empowering Persons with Disabilities: Promoting Inclusivity, Equity, and Sustainable Development”, INPEWDEC 2024 aims to gather over 300 PWDs, experts, donor agencies, and stakeholders from various sectors to address challenges faced by PWDs and develop inclusive solutions. The WFP’s involvement aims to equip persons with disabilities with the tools and skills needed to access nutritious food, build livelihoods, and thrive in inclusive communities, ensuring that no one is left behind in the fight against hunger.

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Mr. Kweku Kakah, Executive Director of S-DIA Advocacy LBG, expressed his enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, “The WFP’s sponsorship onINPEWDEC 2024 is a testament to the importance of collective efforts in empowering persons with disabilities. By addressing issues like food security and inclusivity, we are not just tackling immediate challenges but also contributing to long-term systemic changes that will enable PWDs to thrive.”

Why INPEWDEC 2024 is Important

Persons with disabilities in Ghana, representing 8% of the population, continue to face significant barriers including limited access to education, healthcare, employment, and social inclusion. INPEWDEC aims to address these issues by fostering dialogue and action to create a more accessible and equitable environment for PWDs.

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The knowledge sharing, practical training and Vocational skills development sessions will introduce and help PWDs to grow the opportunities in the Agricultural value chain, ranging from Animal Agriculture to Vegetable production.

The conference will highlight the importance of inclusive infrastructure, policies, and support systems while offering PWDs the opportunity to be gainfully employed through the job fair component.

Mr. Kakah added, “The challenges faced by PWDs are not just physical, but systemic. Many public and private buildings in Ghana remain inaccessible, and discrimination continues to limit opportunities in education and employment. This conference is our way of coming together to find solutions that will break down these barriers and build a future that embraces diversity and accessibility for all.”

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He added, “The conference will bring together stakeholders from various sectors, including technology, finance, health, education, and civil society, to collaborate on actionable solutions for empowering PWDs.

Attendees will also have the opportunity to explore innovations in assistive technologies, as well as gain insights from motivational talks and success stories of PWDs who have achieved remarkable milestones, he noted.

 

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President Of Ogun State Council of Baales, Chief Tunji Falola Marks 82nd Birthday and affirmed his support for YAYI

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President Of Ogun State Council of Baales, Chief Tunji Falola Marks 82nd Birthday In Grandstyle
The President of the Ogun State Council of Baales, Chief Tunji Falola, has celebrated his 82nd birthday with prayers, praise and goodwill messages from traditional rulers, family members, friends and other dignitaries.

The celebration was held on Wednesday at Sweet Estate Lounge and Bar, Abeokuta, with traditional rulers from across Ogun State and members of Senator Yayi’s support group in attendance.

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The event began with a religious prayer at the celebrant’s residence in Lantoro, Abeokuta, where pastors prayed for his continued good health and long life.
Speaking at the celebration, Chief Tunji Falola appreciated the guests for honouring him and celebrating with him.
He maintained that he is impressed with the love showered on him on his birthday, saying that he will continue to make them proud.
Falola also appreciated all the Baales across the Ogun State for their support and cooperation, urging them not to relent in their efforts in promoting peace and unity in their respective communities.
He also used the opportunity to reaffirm his support for the APC governorship candidate, Senator Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi ahead of the 2027 general elections, preaching his gospel to the guests present.
Well-wishers described the celebrant as a great man who has contributed positively to his community and deserves to be celebrated.
They lauded him as a tranformative and visionary leader whose contributions to the development of the community can bot be faulted.
The vice chairman of Ogun State Council of Baales, Chief Ahmed Sanni in his speech commended Chief Falola for his commitment and efforts in bring about changes in the council.
He said that the celebrant since his emergence as the President of Ogun State Council of Baales has performed beyond the expectations of other Baales, saying that he has won heart of many with his great achievements.
Chief Sanni therefore wished the celebrant continued good health and long life.
“My President is very nice to every Baale in Ogun State, he is very accommodating, he likes everyone of us. He uses to advise us and also he is a man of integrity. Yes we are fully in support for Senator Yayi. For 5 years ago, Yayi has been taking care of all Baales in Ogun State. For example see this vehicle, he gave us not more than 3-week now, Yayi is the candidate that all Baales are supporting to be next Governor of Ogun State” he concluded
Also the son of the celebrant and Chief Executive Officer of the Sweet Estate Unique Properties and Facility Management, Chief Olumide Bidemi Fasola also spoke about his father, expressing appreciation to God for his life and the opportunity to celebrate his 82nd birthday with family and friends.
He described Chief Falola as mentor and good father who wants the best for all his children.
He said “Like i said he is my father and I will be able to tell you more about him than any other person. He has been a mentor, a good father who wants the best for his children and anybody around him, as you can see he deliberately mentioned that i am for Yayi and i want to support Yayi. He has never supported any candidates for any elections in his life. This will be the first time so we the children, we are supporting him for supporting Yayi so see us as Yayi’s family” he concluded
The celebration ended with prayers, music and goodwill messages for the celebrant.

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