The Edo State Government has vowed to provide quality education and employment opportunities for visually impaired persons in the state.

Deputy Governor Dennis Idahosa made this commitment on Tuesday while hosting members of the Nigeria Association of the Blind, Edo State Chapter, led by Chairman Lucky Imafidon, at the Government House in Benin.

“We acknowledge that visually impaired persons are a significant part of our society. The Edo State Government affirms its commitment to quality education and employment opportunities for visually impaired persons,” Idahosa said.

He assured the association that Governor Monday Okpebholo is committed to addressing their concerns and would invite them for further discussions. “You are a priority to us as a government, and we are going to match words with action,” he added.

In response, Imafidon congratulated Idahosa and Okpebholo on their electoral victory and expressed hope that the administration would address the challenges faced by visually impaired citizens. General Secretary Akhabue Matthew also praised the deputy governor for recognizing their association early in his tenure.