The Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities was adopted on December 13, 2006, and opened for signature on March 30, 2007, achieving a historic 82 signatories on its opening day. It emphasizes the shift from viewing persons with disabilities as objects of charity to recognizing them as rights holders. The Convention entered into force on May 3, 2008, and aims to ensure that all persons with disabilities enjoy human rights and fundamental freedoms.

This Convention establishes a framework for promoting the inclusion and empowerment of persons with disabilities, influencing policies and practices worldwide to uphold their rights and facilitate their active participation in society.

It is important to state that Nigeria is a signatory of this important document.