Nana Oye Bampoe Addo marked her 60th birthday on Thursday in a way that reflected her lifelong values — by giving back.
The Deputy Chief of Staff (Administration) at the Office of the President and respected human rights lawyer chose to celebrate the milestone with a donation to the Dzorwulu Special School, reaffirming her long-standing commitment to inclusion, social justice, and support for persons living with disabilities.
Instead of a private celebration with friends and family, Nana Oye turned the day into an act of service, a decision that underscored her belief that true leadership is measured by compassion and responsibility toward society’s most vulnerable.
Authorities at the Dzorwulu Special School praised her continued support for the institution, noting that her visits and contributions to the welfare of the children have been consistent over the years.
Speaking at the event, Nana Oye described birthdays as moments for reflection, gratitude, and renewed dedication to service. She said turning 60 had deepened her resolve to give back, especially to children with disabilities.
She highlighted the life-changing power of education, crediting her own journey to the opportunities education provided, guided by faith, discipline, and hard work.
“Investing in education for children with special needs is not just a moral duty, it is a national priority,” she said.
The celebration was filled with joy as the children performed dances and choreographed displays in her honour. Nana Oye joined them in the festivities and shared a special moment as she cut the birthday cake alongside the students.
Her donation included food items such as bags of rice, cooking oil, drinks, and other essentials, as well as an undisclosed cash contribution. The support is expected to enhance teaching, learning, and the overall welfare of the students.
Explaining her choice of Dzorwulu Special School, Nana Oye commended the institution for its dedication to empowering learners with disabilities and restoring hope through quality education.
She used the occasion to call for sustained national investment in disability inclusion, urging government, the private sector, civil society, and individuals to work together to remove barriers and expand opportunities.
“Disability has never been an inability,” she said, stressing the resilience, talent, and untapped potential of persons living with disabilities.
As part of the visit, Nana Oye also inspected an ultra-modern ICT facility acquired by the school through her support to enhance teaching and learning. The event ended with expressions of gratitude from school authorities and warm interactions with students — a birthday celebration defined by service, purpose, and impact.
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