By Ibrahim Muhammad
The Zamfara INEC has organize a sensitization program on disability intervention with person with disability (PWDs), electoral officers (EOS), and disability desk officers.
Speaking during the program, the resident electoral commissioner Dr Mahmud Isa said the program is to encourage persons with disabilities to share their experiences, identify practical challenges, and offer constructive recommendations that can help the Commission improve electoral access and participation across the 14 Local Government Areas of Zamfara State
Dr Mahmud Isa said the purpose of the programme is to strengthen understanding of the challenges faced by persons with disabilities during electoral activities and to identify practical measures for ensuring that they can participate effectively in the democratic process.
He said as preparations for the 2027 General Elections, INEC must continue to promote Inclusive electoral practices, accessible information, respectful treatment, and appropriate assistance for voters who require it.
Also speaking the representative of national head quarters of INEC Malam Musa Zubair said This programime is organized to strengthen the collective understanding of disability inclusion, accessibility and the interventions developed by the Conimission to promote the electoral rights of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs).
He said the participation of PWDs as voters, candidates and election personnel is central to an inclusive, accessible and participatory democracy. The Commission therefore remains committed to identifying and addressing barriers across the entire electoral cycle.
