The Federal Government has inaugurated a technical committee to review the national policy on albinism.
The committee is expected to identify issues that need to be addressed to safeguard the welfare of the people living with albinism and optimise their participation in national economy.
The Minister of Education Mallam Adamu Adamu who inaugurated the Technical Committee in Abuja reiterated the Federal Government’s determination to put an end to stigmatization which has hindered the progress and well being of Albinos in the country.
The National policy on albinism was adopted in 2012 in response to violence and discrimination against persons with albinism.
The policy’s objective is to mainstream albinos into diverse sectors of development.
Albinos are often victims of segregation, stigmatization and discrimination, fueled by cultural beliefs and misconception.
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