– The House of Representatives has shown its concern towards the plight of Albinos in Nigeria
– The lower house seeks to create an agency for the welfare of Albinos
– The bill for the agency has has passed second reading
The House of Representatives has shown its concern towards the plight of Albinos in Nigeria and seeks to create an agency for the welfare of Albinos.
Jake Epelle – Founder/CEO of Albino Foundation led members of his team to plenary today, January 19
A Bill for an act to provide for the establishment of the National Agency for Albinism and Hypo-pigmentation (NAAH) is currently in the lower house.
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The bill is sponsored by Honourable Linus Okorie representing Ohaozara/Onicha/Ivo federal constituency in Ebonyi state.
The bill passed through second reading in the green chamber today, January 19.
Some albinos have suffered neglect in Nigeria and other African countries
The House also recognised the presence of members of the Albino Foundation, seated in the gallery before today’s plenary started.
They were led by their Founder/Chief Executive Officer, Mr Jake Epelle.
Members of the foundation were recognised by the Deputy Speaker of the House, Honourable Yussuf Lasun who presided over today’s sitting.
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Countries such as Malawi have witnessed albinos butchered for black magic rituals.
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