By Comr. Yahaya Yusuf
Recalls that on 3rd December, His Excellency, Alh.Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya CON, Executive Governor, Gombe ststed joined World Leaders to celebrates and Commemorate the International Day of PWDs,
Of course, 3rd December is a date set aside by United Nations CRPWDs as International Day of PWDs.
In a goodwill message by the governor and made available to the media by the director general press affairs to the Governor Mr Ismaila Uba Missilli, the Governor emphasized his administration resolves to encourage inclusive policies, promote diversity, equity and empowerment of every segment of the society in Gombe state.
The Governor also reiterated his commitment to ensuring the dreams and aspirations of People with Disabilities (PWDs) are not only acknowledged but fully supported by his government.
"We remain resolute in our commitment to providing necessary support for the empowerment and dreams of our PWDs".
The Governor further assured PWDs community of Gombe state of his administration's resolve to establish an agency for PWDs to ensure full inclusion and promotion of their rights and welfare.
"Efforts are underway to establish an Agency to cater for the unique needs and welfare of our PWD community," the Governor stated.
He also assured that a bill which will seek to create this Agency has received the full attention and support of his administration. He pledged that upon its submission and passage by the State House of Assembly, he will expedite its enactment into law, to ensure that the voices and concerns of PWDs are comprehensively addressed.
NB: Comr Yahaya Yusuf Kumo is Youth Leader, Gombe State Association of Deaf and Executive Of Jonapwd as well as Gombe state Coordinator, PWDs, United Youth for sustainable globe (UNYSG)
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