Driving Sustainable Health Systems and Social Impact Across Africa
We partner with governments, development agencies, and private sector actors to design and implement evidence-driven, systems-focused solutions that improve health outcomes and advance equitable development.
What We Do
Social Synergy Health and Development Advisors (SSHDA) provides strategic advisory, program design, and implementation support to organizations working to strengthen health systems and improve population outcomes.
We not only design interventions — we support partners to ensure they are implemented effectively, scaled sustainably, and grounded in evidence.
Our Services
Comprehensive solutions to advance sustainable health and social development outcomes
Health Systems Strengthening
We support governments and institutions to improve the performance, resilience, and responsiveness of health systems.
What we do
- Health systems diagnostics and assessments
- Service delivery optimization
- Health workforce capacity strengthening
- Quality improvement interventions
Outcome
Stronger systems that deliver better health outcomes.
Family Planning & RMNCAH+N Programs
We design and support implementation of high-impact reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health programs.
What we do
- Program design and strategic planning
- Demand generation and behaviour change strategies
- Provider capacity strengthening
- Monitoring, evaluation, and learning
Outcome
Improved access, increased uptake, and better health outcomes.
Private Sector Engagement
We help unlock the role of the private sector in delivering accessible, high-quality health services.
What we do
- Market mapping and landscape analysis
- Partnership structuring and management
- Provider engagement strategies
- Health business model development
Outcome
Stronger, more inclusive health markets.
Research, Evidence & Learning
We generate actionable insights that improve program design and performance.
What we do
- Baseline and endline evaluations
- Operational and implementation research
- Data analysis and interpretation
- Knowledge management systems
Outcome
Evidence-driven decision-making and improved program effectiveness.
Policy & Advocacy
We support policy and systems change for sustainable health and development impact.
What we do
- Policy analysis and advisory
- Stakeholder mapping and engagement strategies
- Advocacy design and execution support
- Institutional strengthening
Outcome
Enabling environments for long-term impact.
Capacity Building & Technical Assistance
We strengthen institutions, teams, and systems to improve performance.
What we do
- Training design and facilitation
- Leadership and management development
- Technical capacity strengthening
- Coaching and mentorship
Outcome
Stronger institutions and empowered professionals.
"A world where every health system is responsive, equitable, and capable of delivering quality services to all populations through evidence-based and inclusive approaches."— Our Vision
Who We Are
Social Synergy Health and Development Advisors (SSHDA) is a health systems strengthening and social impact advisory firm focused on transforming how health and social development programmes are designed, implemented, and sustained.
We work at the intersection of policy, systems, and implementation practice, supporting governments, development partners, and private sector actors to achieve measurable and lasting impact.
SSHDA exists to address a persistent challenge in global health and development:
Many programs are well-designed — but fail to deliver impact at scale due to weak systems, implementation gaps, and structural barriers.
We bridge that gap.
Our Mission
To support governments, development partners, and organisations in designing, implementing, and scaling evidence-driven, systems-focused, and sustainable health and social development interventions that improve RMNCAH+N and SRHR outcomes.
Our Approach
SSHDA combines technical expertise with deep contextual understanding to deliver solutions that work in real-world environments.
We stand by three principles:
- Evidence-driven design
- Local system relevance
- Sustainable scale from day one
Core Values
Impact-driven Execution
Prioritizing measurable results and high-performance delivery in every engagement.
Integrity and Accountability
Upholding transparency, ethical practice, and ownership of outcomes.
Collaboration and Partnership
Building trusted relationships across sectors to multiply impact.
Innovation and Continuous Learning
Embracing new ideas and evidence to strengthen our work.
Equity and Inclusion
Ensuring all populations, especially the underserved, are reached and represented.
What Distinguishes SSHDA
We are defined by how we work.
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Stakeholder Engagement
Multi-sector collaboration across government, communities, private sector, and civil society
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Evidence-Based Decision-Making
Data, research, and implementation learning guide all programming
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Sustainable Financing Thinking
We integrate long-term financing and scale strategies into program design
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Accountability for Impact
We prioritize measurable results, transparency, and performance improvement
Experience & Capability
Our Experience
While SSHDA is a newly established consultancy, our strength is grounded in years of collective experience across health and social development systems in Nigeria and beyond.
Our team brings deep expertise across:
- Family Planning and Reproductive Health
- Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MNCH)
- Adolescent and Youth SRHR
- Community Health Systems
- Private Sector Engagement in Health
- Health Systems Strengthening
How We Deliver Impact
Our experience reflects hands-on involvement in:
- Expanding access to quality health services in underserved communities
- Strengthening public and private sector service delivery systems
- Designing demand generation and behaviour change strategies
- Supporting government and donor programs to improve effectiveness
- Generating evidence for policy and program decision-making
What This Means for Partners
- Proven technical expertise grounded in real-world implementation
- Deep understanding of African health systems
- A flexible, agile, and innovation-driven team
- A strong commitment to measurable and sustainable impact
We are building SSHDA intentionally and not as a traditional consultancy, but as a systems transformation partner for health and development impact.
Our Leadership
A multidisciplinary team of experts driving sustainable health and social impact across Africa and beyond. SSHDA brings together strategic leadership, technical excellence, and evidence-driven practice to support governments, donors, and development partners in designing and delivering high-impact health and social interventions.
Executive Team
Landry Sagbo
Founder & CEO
Landry Sagbo is a seasoned global health professional with extensive experience in health systems strengthening, program strategy, and implementation across multiple contexts. His work focuses on translating policy into practice and strengthening systems that improve equitable access to quality health services. He has partnered with governments and development agencies to design and scale interventions that enhance service delivery, improve system performance, and drive sustainable health outcomes. He is known for his ability to navigate complex systems and deliver context-specific, high-impact solutions.
Chidinma Eke
Head of Growth & Partnerships
Chidinma Eke is a Health Programs and Social Development Specialist with expertise across reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health, as well as community systems strengthening. She leads SSHDA's growth strategy and strategic partnerships, driving engagement with governments, donors, and private sector stakeholders. Her work focuses on building and scaling high-impact collaborations, securing strategic partnerships, and positioning SSHDA for sustainable growth. She brings strong expertise in stakeholder engagement, program delivery, and translating strategy into measurable impact.
Non-Executive Leadership
Taiwo Johnson
Board Chair & Senior Advisor, RMNCAH
Taiwo Johnson is an experienced public health expert with deep expertise in reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health programming. As Board Chair, she provides governance oversight and strategic guidance to SSHDA, ensuring alignment with global best practices in health systems strengthening and program implementation. She has led large-scale interventions focused on improving service delivery, integrating family planning into maternal health services, and expanding access to care for women and underserved populations. Her leadership is characterized by systems thinking, strong program design, and a results-driven approach to sustainable impact.
Temitope Erinfolami
Senior Advisor, Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MERL)
Temitope Erinfolami is a Health Data Scientist with expertise in data analytics, health informatics, and evidence generation for decision-making. He supports SSHDA's monitoring, evaluation, and learning systems, ensuring programs are guided by robust evidence and measurable outcomes. His work focuses on transforming complex health data into actionable insights that inform program design, improve performance, and strengthen accountability. He brings a strong analytical lens that supports data-driven decision-making and continuous learning across all SSHDA engagements.
Our Expert Network
Beyond our core leadership, SSHDA collaborates with a dynamic network of technical experts, consultants, and implementation partners across diverse thematic areas and geographies. This flexible model enables us to assemble the right expertise for each engagement, ensuring tailored, high-quality solutions that are both context-specific and scalable.
Our Partners
We collaborate with diverse organizations to create multi-sector solutions for sustainable development
Ready to Create Impact Together?
Join our network of partners committed to advancing sustainable health and social development outcomes.
Get In Touch
Let's discuss how we can partner to create sustainable health and social development solutions
Contact Information
- Emailsshda.org.ng@gmail.com
- Phone+234 906 123 0031
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- LocationNigeria
Office Hours
- Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM WAT
- Saturday - Sunday: Closed