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Victim of Torture Triumphs in University Despite Challenges

4/18/2026

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Ovey Friday, now 19, was tortured at age 13 for witchcraft accusations, leading to the amputation of his left hand.
He studies English and literary studies and became the first in his family to attend university, despite biometric entrance difficulties.
Advocates say disability rights progress remains slow since 2019 legislation, with fee waivers available but infrastructure and assistive devices still lacking, and they call for increased funding and commitment.

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Story summary

Ovey Friday, now 19, was tortured at age 13 for witchcraft accusations, leading to the amputation of his left hand.
He studies English and literary studies and became the first in his family to attend university, despite biometric entrance difficulties.
Advocates say disability rights progress remains slow since 2019 legislation, with fee waivers available but infrastructure and assistive devices still lacking, and they call for increased funding and commitment.