By Uzo Ugwunze
The National Association of Seadogs in Onitsha, Anambra State, has issued a challenge to Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) to develop and transform their skills into abilities.
Engr Emeka Uwaechia, the
President of the Association, delivered this call during a seminar titled
"Disability not a Limit to Ability," held in Onitsha as part of the
activities commemorating the International Day for Persons with Disabilities.
Uwaechia emphasized that the
development of skills could potentially eliminate disabilities, urging PWDs to
focus on honing their abilities. He also called upon non-governmental
organizations to provide employment opportunities for PWDs instead of
discriminating against them based on their limitations.
The Association President reassured the PWDs of his group's continuous support, encouraging them to reach out whenever faced with critical challenges.
"You are free to contact
the National Association of Seadogs anytime you face critical challenges. We
will always welcome you and do our best to assist you in times of need,"
he added.
Elder Chima Egeonu, another
member of the Association, urged PWDs never to give up, emphasizing that the
only time someone can be considered disabled is when they pass away.
As part of their engagement,
the group involved some PWDs in activities, including registering them for a
Computer training program at Tetra Dipole Computers Training Center in Onitsha,
whose Managing Director is also a person with a disability?
In response, Mr. Emmanuel
Chude, the President of the Person Living With Disabilities, Onitsha Council,
expressed gratitude to Seadogs for the opportunity offered to his members. He
appealed for empowerment of the beneficiaries at the conclusion of the
training.
Mr. Peter Aduba informed the
PWDs that the program is part of a United Nations yearly initiative aligning
with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) for the development of society.
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