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By Lanre Oloyede Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities, Hon. Mohammed Abba Isa, has called for a multi-sectoral approach to tackle the persistent discrimination faced by women and girls with disabilities in Nigeria. Speaking at the 10th Anniversary Celebration of the Voice of Disability Initiative (VDI) held in Abuja, […]

By Lanre Oloyede The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities, Hon. Mohammed Abba Isa, has expressed deep appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for assenting to the bill establishing the Federal College of Education (Special) in Dukku Local Government Area of Gombe State. In a statement issued by his […]

By Lanre Oloyede Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities, Hon. Mohammed Abba Isa, has called on stakeholders to design and implement practical, scalable solutions to bridge the digital divide and ensure greater inclusion of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in the workforce. Speaking through his Director of Media and Communications, […]

By Lanre Oloyede The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities, Hon. Mohammed Abba Isa, has reaffirmed the unwavering commitment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration to initiatives that promote the training and empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) and individuals with special needs. Hon. Abba Isa made this known […]

…Urges PWDs Across 36 States and the FCT to Register By Lanre Oloyede The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities, Hon. Mohammed Abba Isa, has commended the Minister of Youth Development, Mr. Ayodele Olawande, and the Chairman of the National Planning Committee for the Youth Confab 2025, Mr. Olubunmi […]

By Lanre Oloyede  Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities, Hon Mohammed Abba Isa, has reaffirmed Federal Government commitment to fulfilling Nigeria’s commitments made at the Global Disability Summit (GDS) 2025 in Berlin, Germany.  Hon. Abba Isa, made this declaration at a one-day capacity-strengthening workshop for government implementers, policy makers, […]

By Lanre Oloyede  In a bold step towards ending hunger, eradicating poverty, and fostering agricultural empowerment for Persons With Disabilities (PWDs), the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities, Hon. Mohammed Abba Isa, has forged a strategic partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations. The […]

…As Stakeholders, Participants Endorses Tinubu/Shettima for Second Term By Lanre Oloyede  In a vibrant display of sportsmanship, inclusion, and national unity, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities, Hon. Mohammed Abba Isa, on Wednesday officially launched the maiden edition of the Tinubu-Shettima Para-Soccer Unity Cup. The historic tournament, held in […]

By Lanre Oloyede The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities, Hon. Mohammed Abba Isa, Tuesday performed the official unveiling of the Disability Readiness Assessment and Workforce Toolkit—a pioneering initiative aimed at advancing disability inclusion in Nigeria’s workforce. The toolkit, produced by Deaf-in-Tech in partnership with DataLead Africa and supported […]

By Lanre Oloyede In a renewed call for inclusive governance and equitable service delivery, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities, Hon. Mohammed Abba Isa, has urged Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to adopt deliberate inclusive policies that prioritize the needs of Persons With Disabilities (PWDs). Hon. Abba Isa […]