Kwara State Ministry of Communications

The Kwara State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering Local Communities for economic growth in the State.  The Commissioner for Business, Innovation and Technology, Hon. Damilola Yusuf Adelodun, stated this while receiving the Executives of Kwara State Artisans Congress who paid a courtesy visit to her office. Hon. Damilola commended the Executives for their contributions to the State's economy and cultural heritage, assuring them of the Ministry’s willingness to support the artisans. The Commissioner emphasized the importance of entrepreneurship and innovation in deriving economic growth of the State and noted that these form a good basis for a fruitful partnership with the Ministry, inviting the Congress to participate in the forthcoming edition of Kwara Trade Fair in December, 2024. Earlier, the State President, Kwara State Artisans Congress, Alhaji Jimoh Ayinla Adeshina, thanked the State Government for the unconditional love and support, which have enabled mem

 No fewer than 500  teachers drawn from 5 Local Government Areas of Kwara State were trained on modern learning approach among others in the recent ongoing training workshop organized by Nigeria Learning Passport (NLP). Speaking at the training workshop held at Queen Elizabeth Secondary School, Ilorin, the State Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Hajia Sa'adatu Modibbo Kawu, explained that the initiative is an online educational approach that would provide continuous access to quality education. The five Local Government Areas that participated in the first phase of the training organized by NLP in conjunction with Kwara State Ministry of Education and Human Capital Development are: Moro, Ilorin West, Ilorin South, Oyun and Offa. The Commissioner said the purpose of the training is to improve teachers' knowledge and expertise to face computer age challenges, as the State is set to move from analog to digital. Hajia Modibbo Kawu added that the present admi

The Nutrition Desk Officer, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Mrs. Jemila Adamu Gene with the Presenter, Kehinde Adeshina, during the Live Broadcast on Adequate Nutrition and Healthy Living at the Kwara State Television . In a bid to sensitize the public on Nutrition and the Consequences of Malnutrition, the Kwara State Government, through the Ministry of Communications, has made a clarion call to residents to incorporate fruits and green leafy vegetables in their diets to boost their immune system. Speaking on the weekly programme titled ‘Adequate Nutrition and Healthy Living’ yesterday on Kwara Television, the Nutrition Desk Officer from the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Mrs. Jemila Adamu Gene, discussed the topic: ‘Seasonal Vegetables and Fruits to Boost the Immune System’ and exposed the listeners to different seasonal fruits and green leafy vegetables and their benefits. According to her 'The immune system is the body defense mechanis

OBR (Outbreak Response) flag-off @ Venra Village House, Kaiama LGA EDU LGA FLAG OFF CEREMONY AT NDAZHITSU GBUGBU PALACE IN ATTENDANCE IS LGA CHAIRMAN REPRESENTED BY LAFIAGI III COUNCILLOR, DPHC, DSNO, LIO Irepodun LGA market Sensitization/ Road Show on November, 2024 OBR held at Omu-Aran Central Market Oke Ero LGA Flag off ceremony of OBR Vaccination at IMOJI in ILALE ERINMOPE IMOJI WARD. Alade Opeyemi  Press Secretary  KWSPHCDA 

The Honourable Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Hajia Sa'adatu Modibbo Kawu (1st right) and the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education and Human Capital Development, Mrs. Olanrewaju Rebecca Bake (2nd right), during the flag-off of the distribution of education materials to students at Saint Anthony’s Secondary School Ilorin recently. ...Tasks Principals to shun illegal collection. As part of measures to promote and inculcate a positive attitude to reading, the Kwara State Government has distributed education materials to public secondary school students across the Local Government Areas, while reiterating its commitment to the provision of quality education in the State. The Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Hajia Sa'adatu Modibbo Kawu, stated this yesterday at the official flag-off of the distribution of education materials to learners across the State, held at Saint Anthony’s Secondary School, Ilorin. The Commissioner discl

  L-R: Chairman Kwara State phone, computer and accessories dealers association, Hon. Alao Semiu; Director of Personnel Finance and Supply of the Ministry, Dr. Mrs. Funmilola Adenike Ajide; Commissioner for Youths Development Amb. Shehu Usman Ndanusa; Director of Youths Development, Alh. Abdulsalam Akeem; Vice Chairman, Phone Accessories Dealers, Abdulganiy Ogbongbo and other Members, during a meeting with the Commissioner today in Ilorin. The Kwara State Government has reiterated its commitment to enhancing urban development in the State through collaborations with relevant stakeholders, individuals and organizations. The Commissioner for Youths Development, Amb. Shehu Usman Ndanusa stated this while speaking with members of the Kwara State Phone, Computer and Accessories Dealers Association today in his office. The Commissioner who noted that the government is open to collaborations and synergies from every sector to make its goals and objectives for the State a reality, charged the

  The Principal Agricultural Officer, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Mrs. Jemila Adamu Gene, during the maiden Radio Kwara Nutrition Programme organized by the Ministry of Communications. A call has gone to all residents in Kwara State to actively seek out fresh and locally sourced foods that are not only beneficial for health but also support local farmers. The Principal Agricultural Officer at the Kwara State Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Mrs. Jemila Adamu Gene, made this call yesterday at the  maiden edition of the Radio Kwara Nutrition Programme titled ‘’Adequate Nutrition & Healthy Living’’ organized by the State Ministry of Communications. Mrs. Gene emphasized the importance of incorporating nutrient rich foods from local markets into daily diets, explaining the critical role of local agricultural produce in enhancing food security and nutrition.   “When shopping in local markets, look for vibrant fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and legum

3rd left, GM KWASAA Al-Imam Ismail Asukuti, 3rd right DCC Wali Jibril Ahmed in a group photograph, shortly after the meeting in Ilorin. The General Manager of the Kwara State Signage and Advertisement Agency (KWASAA), Alhaji Ismail Asukuti has commended the State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) for their efforts at ensuring security of residents, curtailing crime and civil unrest in the State. Asukuti stated this while addressing the new Head of Operations of the Corp, Deputy Commandant, Wali Jibril Ahmed who paid him a courtesy visit at the KWASAA headquarters in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital. The General Manager described the NSCDC as a well organized professional security agency that should be  commended, adding that the officers attached to the Agency have proven to be good ambassadors of the Corps.  He assured that the Agency will continue to work in accordance with best global practices in the signage and outdoor industry in the State and advised

 A World Bank Expert, Prof. Folusho Okumadewa has advocated proper channelling of the bank resources to address the challenges of the poor and vulnerable groups in Nigeria. Prof. Okumadewa made the advocacy yesterday at the National Peer Learning and Experience Sharing (PLES) event, organised by the Federal Cares Support Unit (FCSU) of the Nigeria Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus (NG-CARES) Programme. The peer review learning programme, which attracted dignitaries from all walks of life as well as participants from the 36 States of the Federation, including the FCT, took place at Chida International Hotel, Abuja. Prof. Okumadewa, who is also the immediate past Task Team Leader (TTL) for the World Bank, urged the syndicate groups to come up with workable recommendations, which could be used to design the next phase. He described the PLES review event as an important one that will be useful in designing the next phase of the World Bank Project, advising the bank to h

Kwara State Taskforce on Human Trafficking has further enlightened the public on Human Trafficking, with the aim of curbing the menace, within and outside the State. The Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Senior Ibrahim Sulyman ,who doubles as the Chairman of the Taskforce, stated this within the week, in a press statement issued from his office. The statement stated further that, ignorance of the law is not a defense;he therefore warned the public to be law abiding. The  Attorney General disclosed further that, offences of trafficking in persons begin from abduction or recruitment to  transportation and entry of the individual into another location. According to him, "This is followed by the exploitation phase, during which the victim is forced into sexual or labour servitude and other forms of exploitations." Senior Sulyman charges the public to however be on the alert,  adding that "anyone who witnesses or suspects human trafficking, or is personally being

The Deputy Governor of Kwara State, Mr. Kayode Alabi (5th left) in a group photograph with members of the Kwara State Taskforce Committee on Immunization in Ilorin The Kwara State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to combat childhood vaccine preventable diseases in the State by protecting vulnerable children against deadly diseases in the State. The  Deputy Governor, Mr. Kayode Alabi, who doubles as the Chairman Taskforce Committee  on Immunization Activities in the State, stated this recently during the Taskforce meeting on Immunization at the conference room in his office. The Deputy Governor restated that the State Government will continue to provide immunization and other primary health care interventions in order to fight against any disease  that could affect children. He promised that the  State Government will continue to build and equip the primary health care facilities to ensure that quality and affordable health care services are provided at all the government owned

The Deputy Governor of Kwara State, Mr. Kayode Alabi (5th left) in a group photograph with members of the Kwara State Taskforce Committee on Immunization in Ilorin The Kwara State Government has approved the re- appointment of the Rector of the Kwara State Polytechnic, Dr Abdul Jimoh Muhammed for a second term in office.  The State Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Dr Mary Ronke Arinde announced this development in her office on Monday, while admonishing heads of Tertiary institutions on the need for enhanced service delivery, considering the present administration's huge investment in tertiary institutions of the State  Dr Arinde emphasized that Dr Abdul Jimoh Muhammed's re- appointment was in recognition of his commitment,  dedication and numerous achievements in driving the Kwara State Polytechnic to an enviable height. State Commissioner Teritairy Education Dr Mary Ronke Arinde congratulating the newly Re appointed Rector of the Kwara State Polytechnic Dr Abdul Jimoh, sh

The Federal Cares Support Unit (FCSU) of the Nigeria Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus (NG-CARES) Programme is organising a National Peer Learning and Experience Sharing (PLES) event, and the National Consultative Meeting (NCM) in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The PLES and the NCM have both been scheduled to take place at Chida International Hotel, Utako, Abuja, from Monday 28 to Thursday 31 October, 2024, beginning at 9:00 am daily. The 4-day event attracts participants from the 36 States of the Federation and representatives from the Federal Capital Territory. The main objective of the National PLES event is to consolidate and make recommendations on key challenges identified by the stakeholders during the Zonal PLES events, while reports from this event are expected to be filled into the ongoing discussion on the NG-CARES Additional Financing (AF). Similarly, the objective of the National Consultative Meeting is to seek the concurrence of States/FCT

Mobile Court in operation during the sanitation exercise held across the state over the weekend The Kwara State Government has once again warned residents to continually abide by environmental laws of the state, to enhance a clean and healthy environment, habitable to all and as well attract investors, for the overall development of the state. The state Commissioner for Environment, Hajia Nafisat Musa Buge, said this in Ilorin over the weekend, while interacting with the press, during the monthly sanitation exercise, across the entire state. The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Environment, Dr. Ayinla Abubakar listening to a Taskforce Officer, during the Sanitation exercise in Ilorin, over the weekend . Represented by her Permanent Secretary, Dr. Abubakar Ayinla, the Commissioner was excited at the the level of compliance among the residents of the state, adding that; "with what we observed today in the metropolis and the reports received from Local Government Areas of the state,

To address the rising concerns about malnutrition and promote healthy living among Kwarans, the State Nutrition Community Mobilization Officer, Mrs. Mariam Oyinlola Ahmed has advocated for the adoption of adequate diets to ensure proper nutrition.  Mrs. Ahmed stated this yesterday during the maiden Nutrition programme on KwaraTV titled: "Adequate Nutrition and Healthy Living”, a programme organised by the Kwara State Ministry of Communications to enlighten Kwarans on the importance of adequate nutrition and living healthy lifestyles. According to her, the promotion of adequate dietary habits by the State Government is aimed at empowering residents to make informed food choices that could lead to improved health outcomes, particularly in combating common ailments linked to poor nutrition.   During the programme, Mrs. Ahmed listed the importance of adequate diet, which include appropriate mix of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, proteins, and dairy products. "Eating