State Rehabilitation Board was established under the Edict Notice 13 of 1999 of Benue State Government by His Excellency, Dr. George Akume, and former Governor of Benue State on the 18th day of June 2001. It is located at Km 13 Apir Makurdi Aliade Road Makurdi Benue State. This came to actualize the dream of United Nations Declaration Act 1992, subsection 4 into practice, which calls for International Communities and the Federal Government elect for setting up Boards and Department for Rehabilitation of the special people amongst member countries.
At the Benue State Rehabilitation Board, we are committed to restoring hope, empowering individuals, and promoting inclusion through rehabilitation and skill development across Benue State.
On behalf of the Government and people of Benue State, I warmly welcome you to the Benue State Rehabilitation Board. This institution stands as a symbol of our collective commitment to empowering individuals, restoring hope, and promoting social inclusion across our state.
Through rehabilitation, skill acquisition, and empowerment initiatives, the Board plays a vital role in ensuring that every citizen regardless of circumstance has the opportunity to live a productive and dignified life. Together, we are building a Benue State where compassion meets opportunity and every life counts.
On behalf of the Government and people of Benue State, I warmly welcome you to the Benue State Rehabilitation Board website. This institution stands as a symbol of our collective commitment to empowering individuals, restoring hope, and promoting social inclusion across our state.
Through rehabilitation, skill acquisition, and empowerment initiatives, the Board plays a vital role in ensuring that every citizen regardless of circumstance has the opportunity to live a productive and dignified life. Together, we are building a Benue State where compassion meets opportunity and every life counts.
The State Rehabilitation Board was established under the Edict Notice 13 of 1999 of Benue State Government by His Excellency, Dr. George Akume, and former Governor of Benue State on the 18th day of June 2001. It is located at Km 13 Apir Makurdi Aliade Road Makurdi Benue State. This came to actualize the dream of United Nations Declaration Act 1992, subsection 4 into practice, which calls for International Communities and the Federal Government elect for setting up Boards and Department for Rehabilitation of the special people amongst member countries.
On behalf of the management and staff of the Benue State Rehabilitation Board, I warmly welcome you to our official website. Our mission is to empower individuals through rehabilitation, skill acquisition, and social inclusion fostering a community where everyone can thrive regardless of background or circumstance.
At the Board, we are committed to restoring hope, rebuilding lives, and creating sustainable opportunities for the people of Benue State.
The visionary leadership of the Executive Secretary drives the following key priorities that guide the Board’s mission and impact
The Benue State Rehabilitation Board is a government agency dedicated to empowering individuals through rehabilitation, skill acquisition, and social inclusion programs. The Board provides services aimed at restoring hope, improving livelihoods, and supporting vulnerable persons across the state.
The Benue State Rehabilitation Board is located in Apir, Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria
The Board focuses on:
Physical and vocational rehabilitation of persons with disabilities.
Training and skill acquisition for self-reliance.
Providing welfare and social support to vulnerable groups.
Promoting inclusion, awareness, and advocacy for the rights of persons with disabilities.
We offer training in various vocational areas such as tailoring, carpentry, shoe making, welding, ICT, hairdressing, and other small-scale enterprises to promote independence and employability.
Most programs are free of charge, as they are fully funded or subsidized by the Benue State Government. However, certain specialized programs may attract minimal administrative fees.
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