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Our Mission

To champion inclusivity, advocate for the rights of persons with special needs, and create equal opportunities for all Nigerians by fostering innovative policies, partnerships, and impactful programs.

Our Vision

A Nigeria where every individual, regardless of disability, socio-economic status, or special need, can thrive in a fair, equitable, and supportive environment.

Our Commitment

We are committed to fostering partnerships with local and international organizations, civil society, and community leaders to achieve our goals. Together, we are shaping a Nigeria where inclusion is not just a policy but a way of life.

About Us

At the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities, we are dedicated to building an inclusive society where every Nigerian, regardless of ability, background, or circumstance, has access to equal opportunities and can contribute meaningfully to national development.

Led by Honourable Mohammed Abba Isa, our mission is rooted in the principles of equity, empowerment, and inclusivity. We believe that a nation thrives when all citizens are empowered to realize their full potential.

CITATION/ONE YEAR EXPLOITS OF HON. MOHAMMED ABBA ISA, FIPMA, FCIPM, FOSHA, UN-GPD

SENIOR SPECIAL ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT ON SPECIAL NEEDS AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Hon. Mohammed Abba Isa is a distinguished champion of the rights and welfare of Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) with over a decade of experience in local and international advocacy on matters concerning People with Special Needs.

He is a man with a heart of gold, a strong love for humanity and desire to see the vulnerable and less privileged live a decent life.

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FG to establish medical rehabilitation centres nationwide for spinal cord injuries

The Federal Government has announced plans to establish Medical Rehabilitation Centres across Nigeria, with a [...]

06
Sep

Courtesy Visit: Gombe Disability Commission Seeks Partnership with SSAP Abba Isa

By Lanre Oloyede The Gombe State Commission for Persons with Disabilities on Tuesday paid a [...]

04
Sep

Int’l Youth Day Summit: SSAP Abba Isa Charges NACCIMA Youth Entrepreneurs to Lead Tech Revolution in Africa

By Lanre Oloyede Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities, [...]

01
Sep

SSAP Abba Isa Advocates Accessibility by Design for Digital Transformation in Teaching

By Lanre Oloyede The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal [...]

31
Aug

Int’l Youth Day: SSAP Abba Isa Emphasizes Youth Empowerment as Key to Achieving SDGs

By Lanre Oloyede As Nigeria joined the rest of the world to commemorate the 2025 [...]

15
Aug

SSAP Abba Isa, Nigerian Red Cross Strike Partnership on Emergency Response for Persons With Disabilities

By Lanre Oloyede The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal [...]

09
Aug

SSAP Abba Isa Proposes 5 Strategic Recommendations to Drive Implementation of Nigeria’s Commitments at GDS 2025

By Lanre Oloyede The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal [...]

04
Aug

Global Health Equity: SSA Abba Isa Calls for Dedicated Health Insurance Scheme for Persons with Disabilities

By Lanre Oloyede Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities, [...]

04
Aug

Hon Mohammed Abba Isa

“Our strength lies not in the absence of challenges, but in our resilience to overcome them. Together, we can build a Nigeria where ability, not disability, defines our worth and contributions.”

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Our office serves as a critical bridge between the government and vulnerable populations, ensuring that policies, programs, and initiatives are designed to empower and uplift all Nigerians.