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International Left-Handers Day: Taraba Lefties Demand End to Discrimination Against Children.


By Jako Keke, August 13,2026.
Members of the left-handed community in Taraba State have called for an end to discrimination against left-handed people, particularly children, urging parents, teachers and community leaders to support rather than force them to change their natural hand preference.

The group made the call in a statement issued on Thursday, August 13, 2026, to commemorate International Left-Handers Day.

The statement, signed by Comrade Keke Moses, Secretary  and the Chairman, Hon. Sunday Yusuf Tonga respectively , said the annual celebration was an opportunity to raise awareness about the experiences of left-handed people and promote greater acceptance of left-handedness as a natural human trait.

The group described left-handed children as gifted and urged parents and caregivers to allow them to develop their abilities without coercion, punishment or ridicule.

It expressed concern that some left-handed children continue to face pressure in homes, schools and communities to use their right hands due to traditional beliefs and misconceptions surrounding left-handedness.

According to the group, such experiences could affect children's confidence, learning experiences and overall development, making it necessary for stakeholders to adopt more supportive and inclusive approaches.

It therefore appealed to parents, guardians, caregivers, teachers, school authorities, instructors and community leaders to respect children's natural handedness and protect them from discrimination.

The group stressed that left-handedness should not be viewed as a limitation, maintaining that left-handed individuals possess diverse talents and abilities that can flourish when provided with the right support and opportunities.

As part of the celebration, the Taraba left-handed community also acknowledged prominent Nigerians and Tarabans whom it identified as members of the left-handed community who have attained positions of responsibility.

Among those celebrated were Vice President Kashim Shettima and Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas.

The group commended their contributions to public service and wished them continued wisdom and success in their respective responsibilities.

It said the achievements of left-handed individuals in leadership and other fields demonstrated that natural handedness should never be allowed to define or limit a person's aspirations.

The group called for a society where every child is accepted, encouraged and given equal opportunities to discover and maximise their potential, irrespective of the hand they naturally use.

It congratulated left-handers across Taraba State and beyond, urging the public to replace misconceptions about left-handedness with understanding, acceptance and support.

The group maintained that protecting left-handed children from discrimination would not only promote inclusion but also help create an environment where every child could develop their talents and contribute meaningfully to society.

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