Human and Community Rights Centre (HCRC) Blog

World Braille Day: Tinubu Calls for Digital Inclusion of The Visually Impaired  The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has emphasised the importance of Braille as a vital tool for inclusion, dignity, and independence for blind and visually impaired persons, calling for stronger efforts to bridge the digital accessibility gap. In a message to mark World Braille Day 2026, observed on January 4, the First Lady said the annual commemoration provides an opportunity to reaffirm national and global commitments to equal access to information, education, and opportunities for persons living with visual impairment. She warned that as societies rapidly embrace digital transformation, accessibility must remain central to innovation, noting that technological advancement without inclusion could deepen existing inequalities. According to her, integrating Braille with modern technology is essential to ensuring equal participation in education, employment, and civic life for blind and ...

Foundation Trains 130 Students in Human Rights and Civic Leadership The Rosa Luxemburg Foundation Nigeria has trained 130 students across four Nigerian universities as part of efforts to strengthen youth participation in governance and national development. The initiative, known as the “Include Naija” project, is designed to promote fundamental human rights among young Nigerians and equip them with the skills required for active participation in democratic processes. The project runs from 2025 to 2027. The programme is being implemented at the University of Abuja (Department of Political Science), the Centre for Peace and Development, Veritas University, Bwari; the Centre for Gender Studies, Nasarawa State University, Keffi; and the Centre for Gender Studies, Bayero University, Kano. The 2025 democracy capacity-building workshop, held at the University of Abuja, featured Professor Yusuf Zoaka of the University of Abuja; Dr Hauwau Mainoma of Nasarawa State University; Dr Chibugo Lebechi...