The government of Cross River State has pledged to adequately integrate persons with disabilities into governance.
The commitment was made by Prof. Anthony Owan Enoh, Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Cross River State, during a courtesy visit by the TAF Africa team and disability clusters led by Amb. Jake Epelle, CEO/Founder, TAF Africa.
Responding to their plea, the SSG stated that the request for the integration of persons living with disabilities into governance is not new, because the state had always worked to ensure persons with disabilities are not left out.
In his words, “We have always employed them as Special Advisers and as Personal Assistants, but we are going to do much more. Even now, the issue of our buildings has been audited to ensure that we really get compliance so that persons with disabilities can also have access to our facilities. That is a big point of attention which we would do. Public buildings are not only for persons without disabilities but also for persons with disabilities.
“In terms of the law, we have already passed a bill in the House of Assembly for which we have thought about inclusion of people with disabilities in the affairs of the state, that have been recognized and been pursued. The state has done very well by involving persons with disabilities in the management of affairs in the state.
The CEO/Founder of TAF Africa, Mr. Jake Epelle expressed high hopes in the current administration. According to him, “We are interested in ensuring that the government carries along persons with disability in all spheres of governance.”
He revealed that they are willing to partner in developing guidelines for the forthcoming local government election. Mr. Livinus Ibingha, State Chairman of the Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD) disclosed that they have been advocating seriously for the holistic inclusion of persons with disabilities.
According to him, “We have been with SSG advocating for the inclusion of persons with disabilities. There was a bill passed by the Assembly, the bill was assented to by the immediate past governor, Prof. Ben Ayade, waiting for the establishment of a Commission.
“We are hopeful that the issue has been presented before His Excellency here through the SSG, and he has assured us that he is going to make sure we go to the governor to re-echo what we have presented before him because it is a commission that will air the views of persons with disability in the state.”
Call For Applications: IT Officer
Job Title: IT Officer Location: Abuja Employment Type: Full Time Duration: 12 months TAF Africa is an independent non-governmental/not-for profit organization originally established to promote health, socio-economic rights, well-being, and empowerment of persons with albinism. The organization has since evolved to become a focus organization that advocates for the recognition and respect of the rights, socio-economic and political inclusion of persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups in Nigeria and the around the World. The foundation contributes to legislative and policy action that promotes the rights of PWDs, and effective mainstreaming of inclusion. Responsibilities IT Support: Provide technical support for all IT systems within the organization. Troubleshoot hardware and software issues, assisting employees in resolving technical problems. Stay updated on emerging IT trends and implement best practices within the organization. Web and Mobile App Management Manage TAF Africa’s Disability Hub application Ensure that TAF’s Applications are Disability Friendly Be Product Owner for the applications Website Development and Maintenance: Design, develop, and maintain the organization’s website to ensure a user-friendly and appealing online presence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the website aligns with TAF Africa’s communication strategies. Implement SEO strategies and optimize the website for search engine visibility. Graphic Design: Create visually striking and engaging graphics materials, both digital and print. Develop and maintain the visual identity of TAF Africa, including logos, brand, and donor guidelines. Collaborate with different teams to design presentations, brochures, and other materials. Produce multimedia content, including images, infographics, videos, and animations, to support marketing campaigns. Any Other Duties Assigned Qualification Extensive experience (minimum of 7 years) and demonstrable knowledge of programme management in areas related to the organization’s thematic thrust. Strong ICT skills Strong stakeholder management and decision-making skills. Excellent report-writing skill. Strong communicator, coordinator, and networker. Strong ability to execute work with an inclusion lens. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Exceptional organizational skills and impeccable attention to detail. How To Apply: Qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications using the link below: https://forms.gle/ZjfrmG4WQi4i4TQN9 Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Application Deadline: 7th January 2026 Diversity and Inclusion:TAF Africa strongly encourages applications from women and persons with disabilities. All submissions will be handled with the highest level of confidentiality.