On Friday, TAF Africa presented an appreciation award to Mrs Msurshima Kighir. We honor her in recognition of her extraordinary dedication, passion, and commitment towards achieving an inclusive society for persons with disabilities.
What a way to start the Year!Yesterday, our entire team spent a full day in a powerful training session with the incredible facilitators from the Institute of National Transformation, led by Professor Vincent Anigbogu, Chairman of TAF Africa, and Peggy Anigbogu, Head of Administration at the Institute for National Transformation.We immersed ourselves in cultivating an elite mindset to achieve our ambitious goals for the year, while also learning strategies to balance excellence with a healthy life balance. It was a day of inspiration, connection, and reflection, and we are ready to make this our most amazing year yet! A huge thank you to our facilitators for their timeless wisdom!
Yesterday, we officially unveiled the “Access to Health Initiative for Persons with Disabilities” through the “Koyo Navigate App”- an AI-powered digital healthcare platform created to expand access to quality healthcare for all Nigerians.Speaker of the House of Representatives Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, represented by Hon. Joshua Audu Gana, pledged to support this effort by offering monthly subscription coverage to all Nigerians with disabilities for the next five years.Beneficiaries will have access to virtual doctor-supervised consultations, AI-driven health support, mental wellness guidance, and specialist dermatology services, particularly vital for persons with albinism who face a high risk of skin-related conditions. This partnership reflects our commitment to disability inclusion, Koyo Healthtech’s drive for digital health innovation, and the National Assembly Resource Centre’s role in strengthening policy backing and national visibility for inclusive healthcare in Nigeria.
Job Title: Programme Manager Location: Abuja Employment Type: Full Time Duration: 24 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 Manage the conceptualization, design, planning, and implementation of projects in line with the organization’s thematic thrust. Coordinate the activities of state offices in project implementation. Oversee, support, and evaluate the work of Project Officers, Volunteers, and Consultants. Ensure appropriate compliance, reporting, and documentation on projects and interventions in line with agreed standards and donor requirements. Develop, nurture, and manage relationships with partners. Scan for funding opportunities in areas relevant to the organization’s thematic focus. Develop and implement comprehensive program strategies in alignment with the organization’s overall goals and objectives. Collaborate with senior management to define program scope, goals, and deliverables. Work closely with various departments to coordinate resources, resolve issues, and optimize project delivery. Foster effective communication and collaboration among project teams. Manage program budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources. Identify potential risks associated with projects and develop strategies for risk mitigation. Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Communicate project progress, risks, and outcomes to stakeholders in a clear and timely manner. Implement quality assurance processes to ensure the delivery of high-quality projects. Monitor and evaluate project outcomes against predefined benchmarks. Prepare and present regular progress reports to senior management and stakeholders. Any other duties assigned. Essential Skills and Qualifications Post-graduate degree in any social science discipline Extensive experience (minimum of 12 years) and demonstrated 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 skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Exceptional organizational skills and impeccable attention to detail. Desirable Skills Data Analysis Ability to speak two major Nigerian languages Project management certification Extensive knowledge of electoral reform and processes How To Apply: Qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications using this link: https://forms.gle/jtLvb1Gqzh8Ly8om9 Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Application Deadline: 10th February 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.
Yesterday, our CEO/Founder Jake Epelle, was honoured as a human rights defender by National Human Rights Commission of Nigeria, in recognition of his remarkable contributions to human rights promotion and activism in Nigeria. Congratulations Sir! http://tafafrica.co/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Ambassador-Jake-Epelle-receives-Honor-as-Human-Rights-Defender.mp4#t=,15
TAF AFRICA PRESS STATEMENT 3 December 2025 | Abuja, Nigeria TAF Africa joins the global community today to commemorate the 2025 International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) under the theme “Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress”. This year’s observance offers an important opportunity to reflect on how far we have come, and how far we must still go to ensure that persons with disabilities are not only included but empowered as equal contributors to national development. The 2025 theme is especially significant as it builds on the momentum of the Second World Summit for Social Development held in Doha from 4 – 6 November 2025, where world leaders reaffirmed their shared commitment to building a just, inclusive, peaceful, and equitable world. At the Summit, disability inclusion featured prominently as a fundamental pillar of social justice and sustainable development. For Nigeria, these global commitments must translate into accelerated action at home. As an organisation dedicated to strengthening the full participation of persons with disabilities in governance, democracy, and development, TAF Africa acknowledges the progress made. Yet, we remain deeply concerned that millions of Nigerians with disabilities still face systemic exclusion in education, healthcare, employment, public infrastructure, political participation, and digital access. In line with today’s global message, we call for: 1. Full enforcement of the Discrimination Against Persons with Disabilities (Prohibition) Act, 2018: Seven years after its passage, full compliance, especially in accessible infrastructure, public services, and protection from discrimination, remains critically low. Governments at all levels must prioritise implementation, budget allocation, and monitoring. 2. Institutionalisation of disability inclusion across all sectors: From elections to economic planning, disability inclusion cannot remain an afterthought. MDAs, the private sector, and development agencies must embed disability responsive frameworks into policies, programs, and service delivery. 3. Strengthening political participation of persons with disabilities Democracy is incomplete without the voices of all citizens. We urge the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), political parties, security agencies, and civil society to full implement disability-inclusive electoral processes in future elections 4. Investment in accessible technology, innovation, and social protection Equitable digital access, assistive devices, inclusive social protection systems, and economic empowerment initiatives are essential for social progress and long-term national development. 5. Partnership-driven solutions Achieving an inclusive society requires strong collaboration among government, civil society, organisations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs), private sector actors, the media, and international partners. We reaffirm our commitment to working with all stakeholders to drive lasting change. Today, TAF Africa celebrates the resilience, innovation, and leaders of persons with disabilities across Nigeria and the African continent. Their contributions to governance, entrepreneurship, education, the creative economy, technology, and community development continue to inspire our collective pursuit of justice and equality. As the world renews its commitment to social development following the Doha Summit, Nigeria must seize this moment to reaffirm that disability inclusion is a national priority, not optional, not symbolic, but essential. Let today be a reminder that a truly inclusive society is one where every individual, regardless of disability status, can live with dignity, exercise their rights fully, and contribute meaningfully to national progress. Signed: Ambassador Jake Epelle FniprCEO/FounderTAF Africa
Yesterday, TAF Africa concluded a two-day training for 31 Disability Desk Officers from Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) in Rivers State. This training focused on strengthening their capacity to mainstream disability inclusion in government policies, programs, and service delivery. Special Thanks to the Rivers State Government for approving this 2-day workshop, which was fully funded by our partner, the Disability Rights Fund (DRF).
TAF Africa is pleased to announce a major milestone in the advancement of disability-inclusive governance in Rivers State.
