TAF Africa, in its commitment to promoting disability inclusion, held a town hall meeting held on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Oshimili South Local Government Area. The event took place at the Professor Chike Edozien Secretariat and brought together disability advocates, government officials, and community leaders to discuss practical ways of ensuring that PWDs are not left behind in governance and development. In the interactive session, PWDs openly shared the challenges they face in accessing opportunities and participating fully in society. While acknowledging these concerns, Dr. Andrew Adaji, representing TAF Africa, explained that the organization operates with limited funding and cannot directly solve all the issues raised. However, he assured participants that their complaints would be documented and taken to the appropriate authorities for necessary action. Participants at the meeting welcomed the initiative, describing it as a vital step towards bridging the gap between PWDs and government institutions. Stakeholders also called for sustained advocacy to ensure that inclusion remains at the heart of Delta State’s development agenda.
TAF Africa recently concluded the Quarterly Stakeholder Meetings on Disability Inclusion in Delta State.
TAF Africa recently concluded the second round of advocacy visits across key ministries and stakeholders in Rivers State under the project “Enhancing Disability-Inclusive Governance in Rivers State (2025–2026), funded by the Disability Rights Fund (DRF). The visits engaged the Ministry of Social Welfare & Rehabilitation, Ministry of Women Affairs, Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Transportation, Head of Civil Service Commission and Council of Traditional Rulers as well as other relevant stakeholders. The advocacy team, including representatives of Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs), highlighted the need for: Establishing disability desk offices and appointing disability desk officers. Implementing inclusive policies and programs, including the domestication of the Disability Act. Improving accessibility of public buildings and services. Ensuring PWD employment and inclusive education policies. The ministries expressed commitment to collaborate with TAF Africa and integrate disability inclusion into their programs. This initiative reflects TAF Africa’s vision for a Nigeria where no one is left behind, ensuring the rights, dignity, and participation of all citizens, including persons with disabilities. https://youtu.be/p7sg3O-awuU
REQUEST FOR QUOTATION (RFQ) Job Title: RFQ: Procurement of Assistive Devices to Targeted Persons with Disabilities Location: Delta State Submission Deadline: 5th September 2025 TAF Africa is an independent non-governmental/not-for-profit organisation originally established to promote health, socio-economic rights, well-being, and empowerment of persons with albinism. The organisation has since evolved to become a focus organisation 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 around the World. The foundation contributes to legislative and policy action that promotes the rights of Persons with Disabilities, and effective mainstreaming of disability. TAF Africa kindly requests your quotation for the procurement of the following assistive devices: S/N ASSISTIVE DEVICE QUANTITY 1 Prosthesis 1 2 Oticon Hearing Aid 1 3 Hearing Aids 5 4 Armpit Crutches 5 5 Elbow Crutches 6 6 Crutches 7 7 Walking Stick 1 8 Wheelchair 21 9 Cane Guide 3 How To Apply: All Quotations should be sent to procurements@tafafrica.co with the subject line “Procurement: Assistive Device.” Submissions must include: An official invoice. Valid Certificate of Registration (Certificate of Incorporation) Tax identification number (TIN) Note: TAF Africa will deduct and remit Withholding Tax to the relevant tax authority. Deadline for submission: 5th September 2025. Terms and Conditions This Request for Quotation (RFQ) is not, and shall not be considered, an offer by TAF Africa. All submissions must be received on or before the deadline indicated above. Late submissions will not be considered. Incomplete or unresponsive submissions will be rejected. Quotations shall be quoted in NGN (Nigerian Naira) Any award made will be subject to TAF Africa’s contractual terms and conditions and contingent upon the availability of donor funding. TAF Africa reserves the right to accept or reject any submission or cancel the solicitation process at any time without liability to the submitting party. TAF Africa reserves the right to accept all or part of a submission. All information provided by TAF Africa in this RFQ is offered in good faith. Items are subject to change, and all participating vendors will be notified accordingly. TAF Africa is not responsible for any use of the information provided or for any resulting claims. TAF Africa reserves the right to require the selected vendor(s) to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). All costs incurred by the vendor in preparing and submitting a response are solely the responsibility of the vendor. All submitted documents will become the property of TAF Africa, subject to confidentiality claims clearly marked by the vendor. TAF Africa may select and award contracts to multiple vendors as deemed necessary.
