Senior Special Assistant to the President on Special Needs and Equal Opportunities, Hon Mohammed Abba Isa, has extended his warmest congratulations to Comrade Yakubu Nazir Abdulhakeem on his recent appointment as the Executive Secretary of the Kogi State Office for Disability Affairs (KOSODA) by Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo.
The news of his appointment broke Monday in his message of appreciation and acknowledgement. The news is now confirmed by Secretary to the State Government, Dr Folashade Ayoade.
Hon. Abba Isa’s congratulations was contained in a statement by his Director, Media and Communications, Lanre Oloyede, while stating that the appointment is a well-deserved recognition of Cmr. Abdulhakeem’s tireless efforts, resilience, and unwavering commitment to the disability community in Kogi State.
The Senior presidential aide maintained that Cmr. Abdulhakeem’s exemplary leadership as the President of the Kogi Central Persons with Disabilities Association and his significant role as Chairman of the Spinal Cord Injury Association of Nigeria (SCIAN), Kogi State chapter, have been nothing short of inspiring.
The SSAP added that as a spinal cord injury survivor and a wheelchair user, his journey has been marked by incredible perseverance and a deep passion for advocating the rights and inclusion of persons with disabilities.
Hon. Abba Isa stressed that Abdulhakeem’s new role as the Executive Secretary of KOSODA presents a greater platform for him to continue this noble work and to drive impactful changes in the lives of those he represents.
“I am confident that under your leadership, KOSODA will reach new heights in advancing the rights, inclusion, and well-being of persons with disabilities across Kogi State. Your vision, experience, and dedication will undoubtedly bring about positive transformation, and I look forward to witnessing the strides you will make in this critical role.
“Once again, congratulations on this well-earned appointment. Please be assured of my support and best wishes as you embark on this new and important chapter in your journey,”the statement read in parts.