In a show of solidarity and festive goodwill, a delegation of deaf leaders from Yobe State paid a Sallah homage to the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities, Mohammed Abba Isa, at his residence on Monday, June 9, 2025.
The delegation, led by the Chairman of the Yobe State Deaf Association, Mr. Kolo Abba Kadigami, comprised prominent representatives from various deaf clusters and associations across the state. The visit not only marked the celebration of the Eid festivities but also provided a platform for meaningful dialogue on pressing issues affecting the deaf community in the region.
During the engagement, Abba Isa and the delegation discussed critical concerns relating to access to education, skills acquisition, healthcare, and economic empowerment for persons with hearing impairments in Yobe State.
A major highlight of the conversation was the need for coordinated efforts towards the rehabilitation and empowerment of deaf persons, particularly those affected by insurgency and socio-economic challenges. Abba Isa emphasized that these goals align with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, which prioritizes dignity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all Nigerians.
“I am fully committed to working with relevant stakeholders at both the federal and state levels to develop rehabilitation programmes for deaf individuals, facilitate access to skills training and micro-enterprise support, advocate for sign language interpretation in public services, and ensure inclusion in all government interventions,” Hon. Abba Isa stated.
He also expressed readiness to collaborate closely with the Yobe State Commission for Persons with Disabilities in designing and implementing sustainable, community-specific solutions.
Commending the efforts of Governor Mai Mala Buni CON, Abba Isa acknowledged the governor’s leadership in promoting disability inclusion and fostering an environment where the rights of persons with disabilities are respected and upheld.
He reassured the delegation that under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the federal government remains unwavering in its commitment to ensuring no Nigerian—especially those with disabilities—is left behind in the nation’s development agenda.
The visit concluded on a high note with mutual appreciation and a shared resolve to maintain continuous engagement for tangible progress.
Abba Isa lauded the Yobe State deaf leaders for their resilience and commitment to national development, describing the visit as a testament to the power of dialogue and inclusive leadership.
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