The Albino Foundation Public Notice
Nigeria National Association of the Deaf (NNAD) have lamented that deaf education has been plagued by systemic challenges thereby hindering their development within the educational landscape.
The NNAD noted that the lack of adequate resources, qualified educators, and accessibility to inclusive learning environments has impeded the holistic development of deaf learners.
The National Vice President, Nigeria National Association of the Deaf, Haruna Tsafe made this known in Abuja.
Tsafe said despite tremendous advancements, challenges with deaf education in Nigeria still exist.
“Many deaf students struggle to study and rug to the classroom home they do not have access to skills with are flate in Nigerian Sign Language.
“Furthermore, deaf learners are further marginalised by the lack of educational resources available in Nigerian Sign Language, and societal misconceptions about deafness contribute to the existing hurriers.
“NNAD recognises the urgency of addressing these Issues to create an inclusive educational environment that empowers deaf learners to reach their full potential,” Tsafe said.
To address the challenges, held a two-day day summit with the theme ‘Empowering Deaf Learners: Advancing Quality Education through Nigerian Sign Language’ in Abuja.
The summit has vital platform for stakeholders come together, including educators, policymakers, advocates, and the wider community to discuss core issues and proffer solutions surrounding deaf education in Nigeria.
