As the world commemorates the International Albinism Awareness Day 2026, members of the Albinism Association and Persons with Albinism in Anambra State, have called on advocates, development partners, government agencies, and well-meaning Nigerians to help in promoting the rights, dignity, health, and inclusion of persons with albinism.
The Chairman, Anambra State Albinism Association, Israel Orizu, at a programme to mark the day on Tuesday, said the 2026 celebration with the theme, ‘Proudly in my skin: Celebrating all skin tones’, is a reminder that every human being deserves equal respect, protection, and opportunities regardless of skin colour or genetic condition.
Orizu, who added that there must be deep concern and a renewed call for urgent action, lamented that the association is currently managing 16 active cases of skin cancer among its members.
He appealed to all stakeholders to join hands with the association in ensuring that no person with albinism dies
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