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Lasoda LASODA (Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs) Law seeks to uphold the rights of all persons living with any form of disability [PWDs] in Lagos State..

The Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs [LASODA] was established by the Lagos State Special People’s Law [LSSPL] of June 2011.The Governing Board was inaugurated by the Executive Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babatunde Raji Fashola [SAN] on the 9th of July 2012 and charged with implementing the Law. The Law seeks to uphold the rights of all persons living with any form of disability [PWDs] in

Lagos State by safeguarding them against all forms of discrimination and giving them equal rights and opportunities

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE OFFICE:

The Lagos State Special People’s Law stipulates 19 functions of the office which can be summarized by these 8 categories;

1. Advocacy, Public enlightenment and Reorientation of the public.

2. Registration and coordination of associations of PWDs in Lagos State. Establishment of a PWDs database to ensure proper planning.

3. Collaboration with Ministries, Parastatals and corporate bodies in respect of building codes, all government policies, programs and activities. Liaising with international organizations to ensure the best practices available.

4. Issuance of directives and guidelines for the education, social development and welfare of PWDs, including preventive and curative exercises.

5. Issuance of guidelines and directives to the relevant authority on special sports and to special schools for PWDs.

6. Issuance and revocation of certificates of disability and customized insignia to be used at parking lots.

7. Ensuring compliance with the Law by receiving complaints from PWDs, investigation, prosecution and sanctions in appropriate cases of any violation of the Law. Actualising the enjoyment of all rights of PWDs in the Law.

8. Establishment and promotion of schools, vocational and rehabilitation centres for the development of PWDs.

In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, we joined the Executive Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, to ...
07/04/2026

In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, we joined the Executive Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, to receive Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke at Lagos House, Marina.

Kanyeyachukwu, a young autism advocate, completed an extraordinary 687km endurance ride from Enugu to Lagos, a powerful reflection of courage, resilience and possibility. His journey reinforces an important message: every child on the autism spectrum has immense potential that deserves to be nurtured, supported and celebrated.

Moments like this continue to strengthen awareness and inspire a more inclusive society where no one is left behind.















The energy was high and the message was clear! On Saturday, April 4th, 2026, our General Manager, Mrs. Adenike Oyetunde-...
05/04/2026

The energy was high and the message was clear!

On Saturday, April 4th, 2026, our General Manager, Mrs. Adenike Oyetunde-Lawal, joined stakeholders, advocates and families at the Lagos Autism Awareness Walk 2026 organised by TLP Centre in Lagos.

From every step taken to every smile shared, the walk was a vibrant show of unity, raising awareness, promoting inclusion and celebrating the uniqueness of individuals on the autism spectrum.

Mrs. Adenike reaffirmed LASODA’s commitment to supporting impactful initiatives that drive awareness, encourage early intervention and create an enabling environment for persons with autism and other developmental conditions.





LASODA, NIGERBELL CELEBRATE WORLD HEARING DAY 2026 WITH FREE HEARING TESTS FOR CHILDREN The Lagos State Office for Disab...
04/03/2026

LASODA, NIGERBELL CELEBRATE WORLD HEARING DAY 2026 WITH FREE HEARING TESTS FOR CHILDREN

The Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA), in collaboration with Nigerbell Hearing Centres Ltd, marked the 2026 World Hearing Day with a free hearing screening exercise for selected school children with disabilities.

The event, held on March 3, 2026, at Nigerbell Hearing Centres in Ikeja, aligned with this year’s theme: “From Communities to Classrooms: Hearing Care for All Children.” The initiative underscored the importance of early detection and intervention in addressing hearing challenges among children.

Welcoming guests and participants, the Audiologist, Dr Barnabas Bem Vangerwua, emphasized that hearing care for all children is critical, particularly from an early age. He noted that undetected hearing loss can significantly affect a child’s speech, learning ability, and overall development.

Dr. Vangerwua urged parents to ensure that newborn babies undergo hearing screening immediately after birth to determine their hearing status. According to him, early testing enables prompt intervention, which can greatly improve outcomes for children with hearing impairments.

He also called for the integration of routine hearing tests into primary healthcare services across Lagos State. “If hearing screening becomes a standard practice in our primary healthcare centres, parents will have easier access to early diagnosis and intervention,” he said.

Nigerbell, a leading hearing healthcare provider, specializes in the prevention, identification, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of hearing difficulties in both adults and children. The centre provides comprehensive hearing assessments as well as hearing aid prescriptions, fittings, and adjustments tailored to patients’ needs.







LASODA EMPOWERS 100 PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ON SUSTAINABLE ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND BUSINESS REGISTRATION The Lagos State ...
22/01/2026

LASODA EMPOWERS 100 PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ON SUSTAINABLE ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND BUSINESS REGISTRATION

The Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA) on Tuesday, January 21, 2026, organized a capacity-building programme for 100 persons with disabilities (PWDs) with the theme “Building Sustainable Enterprises: Entrepreneurial Growth and Business Registration.” The programme was held at the STO Resources Centre, Ikeja, Lagos.

In her welcome address, the General Manager of LASODA, Mrs. Adenike Oyetunde-Lawal, warmly welcomed participants and expressed appreciation to the Lagos State Governor for his continuous support toward disability inclusion.

She noted that many persons with disabilities are often excluded from financial support and grants due to the absence of Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) registration, a gap the programme seeks to address.

Mrs. Oyetunde-Lawal emphasized LASODA’s commitment to improving the quality of life of persons with disabilities through economic empowerment. She explained that one of the key objectives of the programme is to support PWDs in establishing practical, sustainable, and continuous businesses. According to her, the initiative also focuses on preparing participants for business management, financial literacy, and proper record keeping.

She stressed the importance of business documentation and record keeping, noting that CAC registration is a prerequisite for accessing most financial grants and business opportunities. She further highlighted the need to conduct businesses in the right manner to ensure sustainability and to build lasting legacies that can be passed on to future generations.

The programme featured expert facilitators who delivered lectures on various aspects of business development. The first lecture was delivered by Mrs. Adetutu Adedayo Ijasan, who spoke on “Taxation in Nigeria.” She educated participants on the new tax system in Nigeria.

INCLUSIVE CHESS DAY PROMOTES EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR EVERY CHILD Whitesands School, Lekki, came alive on Saturday, 3rd D...
08/01/2026

INCLUSIVE CHESS DAY PROMOTES EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR EVERY CHILD

Whitesands School, Lekki, came alive on Saturday, 3rd December, as children gathered for the Inclusive Chess Day, themed “Every Child Deserves a Move.” The event showcased the power of collaboration in advancing disability inclusion through sports and intellectual engagement.

The programme was made possible through a strong partnership between Vulpes Inclusive Engagement, the Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA), and Chess in the Slum Africa, all working together to promote awareness, inclusion, and equal opportunities for children with disabilities.

In her remarks, the General Manager of LASODA reaffirmed that the agency’s paramount focus is to partner with individuals and organisations with impactful initiatives that drive conversations and action around disability inclusion in Lagos State.

The organiser of the event, Onyinye Atuanya, described the Inclusive Chess Day as a platform to celebrate children with disabilities while raising awareness for inclusion through the game of chess. She noted that chess provides an avenue where every child can think, participate, and thrive, regardless of ability.

The highlight of the day was the interactive chess sessions led by Tunde Onakoya and his team from Chess in the Slum Africa, who engaged the children in inspiring and skill-building activities that reinforced confidence, critical thinking, and inclusion.

The Inclusive Chess Day created a welcoming space where children with disabilities felt seen, valued, and included. Powerfully affirming that indeed, every child deserves a move.












ELDERLY SUPPORT: LASODA EMPOWERS ELDERS WITH DISABILITIES The Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA) has emp...
24/12/2025

ELDERLY SUPPORT: LASODA EMPOWERS ELDERS WITH DISABILITIES

The Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA) has empowered 100 elderly persons with disabilities and elderly caregivers of children with disabilities across Lagos State.

The annual initiative, tagged “Cash Support and Medical Outreach to Elderly Persons with Disabilities and Elderly Caregivers in Lagos State,” ₦200,000 each was disbursed to 100 beneficiaries, alongside medical advice and basic health support. The programme aligns with the Sanwo-Olu administration’s vision of building an inclusive Lagos where no citizen is left behind.

Speaking at the event held at the LASODA office in Alausa today, the General Manager, Mrs. Adenike Oyetunde-Lawal, emphasized that the programme reflects the Lagos State Government’s commitment to dignity, social protection, and meaningful inclusion for vulnerable groups, particularly senior citizens with disabilities.

She noted that LASODA continues to implement impactful initiatives aimed at promoting independence, improving access to healthcare, enhancing mobility, and supporting small livelihood activities for persons with disabilities, especially the elderly.

Beneficiaries expressed joy and appreciation for the timely gesture, describing the support as a welcome relief and a strong reminder that they are seen, valued, and continually supported by the Lagos State Government.













LAGOS DEEPENS COMMITMENT TO DISABILITY INCLUSION.. As LASODA Commemorates 2025 IDPD Celebration with Distribution of ove...
04/12/2025

LAGOS DEEPENS COMMITMENT TO DISABILITY INCLUSION
.. As LASODA Commemorates 2025 IDPD Celebration
with Distribution of over 200 Assistive Devices to PWDs

The Lagos State Government has once again demonstrated its commitment to building a fully inclusive society as the Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA) commemorated the 2025 International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), emphasising access, dignity, and equal opportunity for all residents.

Addressing hundreds of persons with disabilities (PWDs), support organisations, caregivers, and stakeholders across multiple sectors at the event held at Whitehouse Event Centre, Oregun, Ikeja, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to deepening social inclusion, describing access for PWDs as a defining marker of good governance.

Represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Mrs. ’Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin, the Governor stressed that Lagos would continue to champion programmes that ensure dignity, mobility, education, and economic empowerment for persons living with disabilities.

He noted that the THEMES+ Agenda places renewed emphasis on gender equality and social inclusion, adding that the State’s ongoing reforms in transportation, health, public infrastructure, and education reflect a deliberate strategy to remove barriers and expand opportunities for all Lagosians, particularly vulnerable groups.

Also speaking at the event, the Lagos State Head of Service, Mr. Bode Agoro, commended LASODA for its leadership in pushing the disability inclusion agenda.

He noted that Lagos has consistently leveraged the creativity, innovation, and talents of PWDs, stressing that the State remains committed to creating systems that allow them to thrive.

In her remarks, the General Manager of
LASODA , Mrs. Adenike Oyetunde-Lawal, described the initiative as another demonstration of the State’s commitment to uplifting vulnerable communities.



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25/11/2025

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LASODA, UNFPA INAUGURATE TECHNICAL WORKING COMMITTEE ON DISABILITY INCLUSION IN LAGOSIn a strategic move to deepen disab...
16/11/2025

LASODA, UNFPA INAUGURATE TECHNICAL WORKING COMMITTEE ON DISABILITY INCLUSION IN LAGOS

In a strategic move to deepen disability inclusion and strengthen inter-agency collaboration, the Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA), in partnership with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), has inaugurated a Technical Working Committee on Disability Inclusion in Lagos.

The inauguration ceremony was held recently at the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs Conference Room (T-Block), Alausa, Ikeja, and had in attendance representatives of key Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), disability advocacy groups, development partners, and private sector stakeholders.

The newly inaugurated committee is tasked with promoting coordination, collaboration, and sectoral alignment towards achieving a more inclusive Lagos, where persons with disabilities (PWDs) can fully participate and thrive in all spheres of life.

Speaking during the event, the General Manager of LASODA, Mrs Adenike Oyetunde-Lawal, described the formation of the committee as a crucial step toward strengthening coordination, implementation, and technical support for disability-inclusive policies and programmes in the State.

“This committee is vital to our collective vision of building a society where everyone, regardless of ability, has equal access to opportunities. We must remain committed, consistent, and collaborative in ensuring that disability inclusion becomes a standard practice across all sectors,” Mrs Oyetunde-Lawal stated.

She further reaffirmed that the administration of Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu remains inclusive-minded and committed to fair and equitable governance, ensuring that persons with disabilities are not left behind in the State’s developmental agenda.

The inaugural session featured a presentation by Mrs Laolu Akande, a Disability and Inclusion Analyst, who spoke on “The Rights of Persons with Disabilities in Law.” This was followed by a session led by Barrister Safiu, who presented the Terms of Reference for the Lagos State Disability Inclusion Technical Working Group (LSDITWG) and facilitated its formal adoption.

Additionally, Dr Esther Somefun, a Gender and Reproductive Health Analyst, and Dr Adekola, Director of Monitoring, Evaluation, and Orientation, coordinated breakout sessions where participants were divided into subcommittees to develop actionable plans and strategies for effective implementation.

In his closing remarks, Barrister Safiu commended UNFPA for its unwavering partnership and support in ensuring that persons with disabilities have a voice in governance and policy formulation.

The Technical Working Committee comprises representatives from various government Ministries and Agencies, PWD advocacy groups, development partners, and private sector organisations, all working collectively to advance the cause of disability inclusion in Lagos State.

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EMPOWERING THE FUTURE: LASODA CELEBRATES CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES IN LAGOS The Lagos State Office for Disability Affai...
09/11/2025

EMPOWERING THE FUTURE: LASODA CELEBRATES CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES IN LAGOS

The Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA) on Saturday, November 8, 2025, organized a special celebration for children with disabilities tagged “Listen to the Future” at the Ndubuisi Kanu Park, Alausa, Ikeja, in commemoration of the International Children’s Day.

Speaking at the event, the General Manager of LASODA, Mrs. Adenike Oyetunde-Lawal, who was ably represented by the Director of Administration and Human Resources, Mrs. Omolade Sonubi, expressed deep appreciation to Mr. Governor, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, for his unwavering commitment to inclusive governance that leaves no one behind.

Mrs. Oyetunde-Lawal emphasized the importance of listening to the future by giving children with disabilities a voice and equal opportunities in society. She noted that the Lagos State Government remains proactive in promoting equality, inclusion, and accessibility for all children, regardless of their physical or developmental differences.

She further advocated for continuous sensitization and awareness on the rights of persons with disabilities, describing it as a welcome development that the government has taken deliberate steps to embrace and empower children with disabilities.

The General Manager also encouraged parents and guardians of children with disabilities not to be discouraged or to hide their children, but to allow them to be seen, heard, and supported to achieve their full potential. She stressed the need for parents to be enlightened and sensitized on accepting and nurturing their children with love and confidence.






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