Albinism Association of Nigeria Lagos Chapter

🎉 Happy Belated 40th Birthday!

The Albinism Association of Nigeria, Lagos State Chapter, celebrates and appreciates the General Manager of the Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA) for her continuous support to the albinism community.

Thank you for standing with us through cancer treatment support, protective gear like sunscreen, umbrellas, and caps, and for your unwavering commitment to persons with disabilities.

We wish you more wisdom, good health, and greater achievements. Thank you for being an amazing leader! 🎂✨

🎓✨ A BEAUTIFUL CELEBRATION OF ABILITY & EMPOWERMENT! ✨🎓

Yesterday, Friday 23rd January 2026, the Entrepreneurship Skill Training Graduation Ceremony for People with Disabilities was successfully held — and it was truly an inspiring and unforgettable event!

The program showcased the strength, resilience, and determination of our members who successfully completed hands-on entrepreneurship training designed to equip them with practical skills for independence and economic growth.

We are especially grateful for the presence and support of:
🤝 The Chairman, Mr. Tolani Ojuri
💙 The Welfare Officer, Mr. Taiwo Cureton

Their encouragement and commitment to supporting our graduating members made the day even more meaningful.

To all our graduates — this is just the beginning! Your courage, hard work, and dedication are proof that disability does not mean inability. The future is bright, and we are so proud of you 🌟

Together, we continue to promote inclusion, empowerment, and equal opportunities for all.

🌞 LASODA x Albinism Association of Nigeria (AAN)
MEDICAL OUTREACH FOR PERSONS WITH ALBINISM

On Thursday, 22nd January 2026, LASODA in collaboration with the Albinism Association of Nigeria successfully carried out a Medical Outreach focused on:

🩺 Early skin cancer detection
🧴 General skin evaluation
🏥 Surgical review for Persons With Albinism

This outreach was targeted at supporting individuals in the early stages of skin cancer and those requiring urgent dermatological attention.

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📌 Program Highlights & Updates

🔹 Some patient tests were initially placed on hold because results must be valid within two weeks before surgery. Once surgery dates and venues are finalized, affected patients will be contacted for immediate testing.

🔹 Although clearance delays prevented earlier TV coverage, the outreach was still professionally documented, with interviews and recordings carried out during the program.

🔹 Patients referred to the Oncology Department will undergo another round of medical evaluation before treatment begins.

🔹 Engagement is ongoing with LASUTH Management to finalize arrangements for the use of the Ikeja and Gbagada annex facilities for continued care.

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💛 This outreach is part of our continuous commitment to protecting the skin health and lives of Persons With Albinism through early detection, treatment, and proper medical support.

We sincerely appreciate all medical personnel, volunteers, partners, and supporters who made this outreach a success.

📞 For further enquiries or support: 09028272836, 08091044999

HealthForAll

The Albinism Association of Nigeria (AAN), Lagos State Chapter was proudly represented at the 2026 Lagos State Annual Thanksgiving Service held at Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos.
The delegation included the Lagos State Chairman Mr. Tolani Ojuri, the National President Mrs. Bisi Bamishe, The Welfare Secretary, Mr Taiwo Cureton, Mr. Damilola Ogunsi, and Miss Rebecca. The service was a powerful moment of thanksgiving, prayers, and praise, anchored on the theme “Grateful for Unfailing Mercies” (Lamentations 3:22–23).
We appreciate the inclusive platform provided, which reinforces unity, gratitude, and shared purpose across communities in Lagos State.
LagosState ThanksgivingService

*Celebrating Inclusion at the International Day of Persons with Disabilities! ♿✨*

Today, members of the *Albinism Association of Nigeria, Lagos State Chapter* joined other disability communities at the *International Day of Persons with Disability* hosted by *Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA)* at *White Stone Event Centre, Ikeja*.

With the theme *“Fostering Disability-Inclusive Societies for Advancing Social Progress,”* the event empowered and inspired, reminding us all of the importance of inclusion and support for PWDs.

We were proud to receive *30 slots* for our members — prioritizing those who benefited from the *Lagos State Albinism Skin Support Program at LASUTH*.

Each attending member also received a *₦10,000 transportation stipend*, making participation accessible and appreciated.

Thank you to *LASODA* and *Lagos State Government* for your continued support!

*International Youth Day 2025 was a whole vibe!* 🎉💪🏽
Theme: *“Local Youth Action for SDGs and Beyond”*
📍 Blue Roof, LTV 8
📅 Sept 12, 2025

We were excited to attend — and thanks to *LASODA*, we got 5 extra slots for our cluster! 🙌🏽 Everyone got a *gate pass + event t-shirt*, and the day was filled with fun, learning, games, and powerful conversations.

Big names showed up, including *Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu* the *Commissioner for Youth and Social Development*, and others who reaffirmed support for young people and *PWD inclusion*.

Major highlight? Some youth got *grants to grow their businesses*! 💼🔥

We left inspired, empowered, and ready to take action in our communities!

These 19 incredible women are storytellers, advocates, and voices of a community that deserves to be seen and celebrated.

We're rewriting the beauty narrative for persons with albinism.

Follow their journey as we move closer to the Advocacy Bootcamp and Grand Finale. Every step is about visibility, empowerment, and impact.