Kwara State Ministry of Communications

The Rice Farmers Association of Nigeria (RIFAN), Kwara State Chapter, has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening rice production efforts in the State during a courtesy visit to the Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Dr. Afees Abolore Alabi. In his address to the delegation, the Commissioner commended the tireless efforts of the State’s rice farmers and emphasized the administration’s continued commitment to advancing the rice value chain. "The growth and success of rice production in Kwara is a testament to the hard work of our farmers and the unwavering support from our esteemed Governor, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. His visionary leadership and commitment to the agricultural sector have been pivotal in making Kwara the leading rice-producing State in Nigeria. We are determined to build on this momentum and ensure that our farmers continue to have access to the resources and support they need to thrive,” said Dr. Alabi. Following this, Dr. Alabi...

...Inaugurates Committee to Drive Policy The Kwara State Government has stressed the importance of the domestication of National Gender Policy in Education (NGPE), with the aim of strengthening female enrolment and retention strategies of adolescent girls, in Kwara public schools, among other pertinent factors. The Kwara State Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development and Chairman, State Project Steering Committee of the Project, Dr. Lawal Olohungbebe, stated this during the week at the inauguration ceremony of Committee on Domestication of National Gender Policy in Education and workshop for members, held at AGILE office, House 12, GRA Ilorin, the state capital. At the workshop organised by Kwara State Ministry of Education and Human Capital Development, in collaboration with the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) Project, the Commissioner stressed further that the domestication of the policy is to suit the distinct peculiaritie...

The Kwara Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) Project  team has embarked on a 3-day visit to Milk-in Barn at Fashola Farm, Iseyin in Oyo  State, to broaden  horizons, widen  and share knowledge, expertise and skills about dairy practice/management, to enhance the implementation of Agro-Industrial Hub (AIH) and Agricultural Transformation Centers (ATCs) to be cited in Kwara State. Recall that the State Governor, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, had earlier, in one of his interviews with journalists, revealed that, "When our agro-hubs are launched, Kwara will be a leading state in dairy production and beef production as well." It was therefore in pursuance of this vision  that members of the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) of Kwara SAPZ visited the Fashola Farm, to have sessions of discussions and  share desired knowledge, for a period of two days at Milkin Barn, sitting on Four Hundred and Twenty Hectres of land, at Fashola Farm, Isey...

Members of the public are hereby informed that the Kwara State modified Monthly Environmental Sanitation Exercise for the month of April has been scheduled to hold on Saturday, 26th April, 2025 between the hours of seven o'clock and ten o'clock (7:00am to 10:00am) in the morning. Residents within the state capital and Local Government Areas are therefore enjoined to fully participate in the exercise by clearing both their residential and business environments to ensure a clean and healthy state. This was contained in a press statement, issued today from the office of the State Commissioner for Environment, Hajia Nafisat Musa Buge, after the pre-sanitation preparatory meeting. The press statment signed by the Press Secretary of the Ministry, Shakirat Muritala also stated that, Hajia Buge noted the ongoing Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination organised by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), adding that the state government is not insensitive to ...

This is to inform the public that the quarterly inter-ministerial press briefing organised by the Kwara State Ministry of Communications will be held on April 29th and 30th, 2025, to update the public on the achievements of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq’s administration across sectors in the first quarter of the year. This was contained in a press statement issued today by the State Commissioner for Communications, Hon. Bolanle Olukoju, in her office. According to the statement, signed by the Ministry’s  Press Secretary, Abeeb Oredunni, the briefing will be held at the Ministry of Finance Conference Room, GRA, Ilorin, the State Capital. The event will feature Commissioners, Heads of Departments, and Agencies, who will present detailed accounts of their stewardships. The briefing will also cover the government's achievements and policies recorded within the first quarter of 2025. “The AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq-led administration has continued to make visible impacts acros...

Kwara State Commissioner for Health, Dr Amina Ahmed El-Imam has officially received the newly appointed Permanent Secretary, Dr. Taoheed Abdullahi Ayodeji, on assumption of duty this week.  The Commissioner received the Permanent Secretary in her office, at the ministry Headquarters, Fate, Ilorin, the state capital. The occasion has no doubt brought together key members of the ministry’s management and staff, sets the tone for a new chapter of strengthened collaboration and service delivery. Welcoming the Permanent Secretary to the ministry, Dr. El-Imam expressed confidence in Dr Ayodeji's capacity to contribute meaningfully to the Ministry’s ongoing drive, for an improved healthcare services in the State.  Describing the Ministry as a cornerstone of government’s social development agenda, El-Imam emphasized the importance of teamwork and mutual respect in achieving set objectives. “We are committed to building a resilient health system that works for all Kwaran. T...

The Kwara State Government has reiterated the importance of professional collaboration in the execution of public projects, stressing that only with the active involvement of qualified experts can projects quality and accountability be assured. The General Manager of the Kwara State Public Procurement Agency, (PPA), QS Raheem Abdulbaki, made this known during a stakeholders' meeting with professional ministries held in Ilorin on Wednesday. Abdulbaki emphasized that professionals must rise to their responsibilities and act as watchdogs over government contracts, ensuring each project reflects the highest standards of professionalism. "Professionals need to wake up to their duties by ensuring that they monitor all government contracts towards ensuring that they are professionally done," he said. "We cannot continue to condone the ineptitude which the State has suffered due to lapses in the project execution chain. Every project must have experienced profess...

Suleiman Abdullahi Oba, a seasoned traffic professional with over two decades of experience, today Tuesday 22nd April, 2025 takes over the helm of affairs as the Chief Executive Officer of the Kwara State Road Traffic Management Authority (KWARATMA). Born about five decades ago, Oba hails from Akalambi quarters, Ile nla, Gambari, in Ilorin East Local Government Area of Kwara State. He attended Government Secondary School (GSS) Ilorin and later obtained a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Mathematics and Statistics from Kwara State Polytechnic.  Oba furthered his education with a Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) from Adekunle Ajasin University and another Master's degree in Business and Entrepreneurship from Kwara State University, Malete. Oba's career spans multiple sectors, including banking and education. He began as a banker with the defunct Trade Bank Plc and after leaving the banking industry, he joined Kwara State Universal Basic...

The Kwara State Ministry of Transportation has received the newly appointed Permanent Secretary, Alh. Salau Kabiru Abdullahi, following the recent swearing in of some Permanent Secretaries in the State. The Commissioner for Transportation, Hon. Lafia Aliyu Korasabi who received the Permanent Secretary in his office today, congratulated him on his appointment and acknowledged his dedication to duty and rich experience as an administrator in the Kwara State Civil Service. The Commissioner, expressed confidence in his ability to perform excellently and achieve the aim and objectives of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq for the creation of the Ministry, while assuring him of his maximum corporation at all times. He promised the support of the management and Staff of the Ministry towards achieving excellence, aimed at driving the Ministry forward. Lafia equally urged the Permanent Secretary to ensure excellent discharge of his duties to justify the confidence reposed in him by Gov...

.. Re-affirmes commitment to security and safety of road users... The Commissioner for Transportation, Hon. Lafia Aliyu Korasabi has decorated the newly appointed Chief Executive Officer of the Kwara State Road Traffic Management Authority (KWARTMA), Mr. Abdullahi Suleiman Oba, yesterday in his office. The Commissioner who reaffirmed the State government's commitment to enhancing quality traffic management systems, urged the new CEO to ensure the security and safety of lives of road users in the State. Hon. Lafia Aliyu Korasabi who emphasized Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq's firm commitment to upholding standard ethics and professionalism at all levels in the State's transportation system, charged the new KWARTMA Boss to lead his team with vision and the required innovative ideas that inspire productivity and efficiency. "I urge you to lead with vision, integrity and a comprehensive understanding of the transportation dynamics. Let your leadership inspire ...

The Kwara State Ministry of Energy has formally welcomed the newly appointed Permanent Secretary for the Ministry, Mr. Olaitan Afolabi, who resumed office today. The meeting, which was held at the Commissioner’s office, brought together key management staff of the Ministry and marked by a strong message of collaboration, dedication, and renewed commitment to the development of the State’s energy sector. The Commissioner for Energy, Engr. AbdulAzeez Kola AbdulGaniy, described the Ministry as a professional institution at the heart of infrastructural and social development in the State, emphasizing the need for synergy between the Permanent Secretary, directors, and the entire management team to achieve the Ministry’s mandate. "We are here to implement impactful initiatives for the benefit of our people. This can only be achieved through unity, innovation, and a shared vision," the Commissioner said.  In his response, the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Olaitan Afolabi, ex...

The Kwara State Government has announced the full closure of Ibrahim Taiwo Road (Taiwo Isale), beginning on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. The temporary closedown is to allow for asphalt laying as part of ongoing road rehabilitation efforts on the road. Honourable Commissioner for Works, Engr. Abdulquawiy Olododo, stated that all vehicular traffic will be redirected via Wahab Folawiyo (Unity Road) and Obbo Road. Motorists and commuters are advised to anticipate some delays and are urged to drive with caution, remain patient, and cooperate with traffic officers on duty. “We sincerely regret any inconvenience this may cause and thank the public for their continued understanding,” Engr. Olododo said. “This project is a vital step in enhancing the road’s economic impact and boosting connectivity, in line with the urban renewal vision of His Excellency Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. Our team is committed to delivering the project swiftly and responsibly.” The government assures resi...

In its continued efforts to drive infrastructural development across the State, the Kwara State Government has approved the repair of two 2.5MVA, 33/11KV transformers in Igbaja, Ifelodun Local Government Area of the State. This was disclosed by the Commissioner for Energy, Engr. AbdulAzeez Kola AbdulGaniy, during an on-the-spot assessment visit to the transformer site in Igbaja. He emphasized the urgency of the repair, noting that the work will be fast-tracked to restore electricity to the area. "Electricity is essential, and the Executive Governor of Kwara State, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, places high priority on the welfare of Kwarans and residents of the State,” the Commissioner stated. He further explained that the transformers are crucial as they serve Igbaja and 68 other communities in Ifelodun and Irepodun Local Government Areas of the State. Once the repairs are completed, electricity supply will be restored, which will, in turn, enhance commercial activiti...

In a bid to secure a brighter future for the younger generation, the State government has intensified its commitment to youths empowerment through a series of strategic programmes and policy implementations, aimed at equipping youths with skills, opportunities, and platforms for meaningful engagement. The Commissioner for Youths Development, Amb. Ndanusa Usman Shehu, made this submission today while addressing Kwara youths on an Albarka FM programme titled "Ise nlo", sponsored by the State Government.  Amb. Ndanusa stressed that the State government is working assiduously to improve the livelihood of youths.  While highlighting some of the government's initiatives at empowering the youths, the Commissioner praised the State Governor, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON, for his continued support and efforts in empowering youths across the State. The Commissioner noted some of the government's efforts in the disbursement of financial grants to various communi...

...New partnership supports smallholder and commercial farmers with easy-access credit as 2025 planting season begins... In a renewed push to empower farmers and deepen food production across the State, the Kwara State Government has secured a strategic partnership with the Bank of Agriculture (BOA) to deliver collateral-free loans to farmers, agribusinesses, women, and youths-led enterprises. The partnership, driven through the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, was formalized during a working visit by the  Commissioner, Dr. Afees Abolore Alabi, to the Ilorin Branch of the Bank, where he held a meeting with the Branch Manager, Alhaji Tomori Mahruf. Coming at a time when preparations for the 2025 planting season are underway, the loan scheme is designed to eliminate financial bottlenecks and promote inclusive participation across the agricultural value chain. The loan programme offers two categories: - Micro Loans (₦250,000 and below) are tailored for smallh...