NATIONAL COMMISSION FOR REHABILITATION ACT AMENDMENT BILL
Bill · Governance
A Bill amends the Act for the National Commission for Rehabilitation to strengthen its coordination of services for persons with disabilities and vulnerable populations. It targets individuals with disabilities, conflict victims, and service providers. It aims to modernize operations and improve support.
What Is This Policy?
A bill to amend the Act establishing the National Commission for Rehabilitation, aimed at strengthening the commission's capacity to coordinate rehabilitation services for persons with disabilities, victims of conflict, and other vulnerable populations.
Who Does It Target?
Persons with disabilities, conflict-affected populations, vulnerable groups, and rehabilitation service providers.
What Does It Aim to Achieve?
Strengthen rehabilitation services, improve coordination of support for vulnerable populations, and modernize the commission's operations.
Key Features
Institutional Reform: Updates the commission's legal and operational framework Expanded Services: Broadens the scope of rehabilitation services provided Coordination: Improves coordination of rehabilitation efforts across government agencies
Current Status
Rollout Stage: Under legislative consideration Coverage: Nationwide Funding: Federal Government appropriation
How to Access
Current rehabilitation services remain available. The amendment would enhance the commission's operations.
Impact & Metrics
Would improve support services for millions of Nigerians with disabilities and conflict-affected populations.
Official Resources
Website: nass.gov.ng Contact: National Assembly, Three Arms Zone, Abuja
Legal Framework
To be enacted under the legislative powers of the National Assembly vested by Section 4 of the 1999 Constitution. Will modify the National Commission for Rehabilitation Act, operating within the framework of the National Policy on Disability, the Discrimination Against Persons with Disabilities (Prohibition) Act 2018, and the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.