The acting Managing Director of NDDC, Mrs. Ibim Semenitari, has revealed that the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) will provide mobility and personal aids to persons living with disability in the Niger Delta region.
She explained that the approval was to add value to their lives and reduce the social stigma they confront on daily basis, expressed worry that society and even families often times consider those with disability as inferior.
Semenitari said, “This is to ease your challenges and I did it under no pressure. That shows you that we have your interest and wellbeing at heart. You have to exercised patience with the process because things have to be properly done, including the procurement. I have special interest in persons living with disability. So, be assured that your needs are receiving attention.”
