Kwara State Ministry of Communications

.....As the Nursing & Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN ) approves training ... The Kwara State government has  secured the approval of the Nursing & Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) to commence the training of graduate intern nurses in Kwara State for the first time in the history of the State. The Executive Secretary of the Kwara State Hospitals Management Board, Dr Abdulraheem Malik, disclosed this today during the Board’s management meeting where he mentioned that Sobi Specialist Hospital, Ilorin and General Hospital, Offa,  will both be the pioneer hospitals for the internship training.  According to Dr. Malik, "this is yet another great step in the right direction by the administration of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq towards laying a solid academic foundation that will last a lifetime in our health sector, closing manpower gaps, and sustaining the improvements we have achieved over the years in our healthcare service delivery." Adding that...

The Kwara State Road Traffic Management Authority (KWARTMA) has deployed its officers and men to strategic areas in Kwara State to ensure free flow of traffic for this year Eid Celebrations. In a statement made from the office of the Ag. Chief Executive Officer, Engr.Bamidele Michael, the Eid ul Fitr marks the end of Ramadan,the Islamic Holy month of fasting and prayer. It is one of the largest and most important celebrations in the Islamic calendar".  In Ilorin the state  capital, movement is expected to increase during this period thus traffic will be specifically managed to ease the movement of people across the metropolis.  Meanwhile, strategic locations including, Eyenkorin, Oko-olowo, Ganmon and Zango will also be manned by special operations unit of the Authority to complement the efforts of Zonal operatives. The Authority has deployed enough personnel to control traffic and enforce traffic regulations for effective human and vehicular movement,the depl...

Kwara State Commissioner for Solid Minerals Development, Chief (Mrs) Abosede Olaitain Buraimoh, has Sought for robust collaborations between Kwara State Internal Revenue Service (KWIRS) and her ministry, in order to enhance productive growth in revenue generation and boost to the state's revenue.   The Commissioner stated this, when she paid a courtesy visit, to the Executive Chairman KWIRS today in her office.  Buraimoh noted that haven held interactive sessions with Stakeholders in the Solid Minerals Development sector, the need to sustain the existing harmonious synergy and working relationship with Haulage Revenue Consultants and other stakeholders is fundamental, with the aim of contributing to the development of the State.  The Commissioner, however, sought for robust collaboration with the Kwara State Internal Revenue Service, in order to enhance productive growth in revenue generation for the state.  Responding, the Executive Chairman, KWIRS,...

...as IVTEC matriculates 222  Trainees of International Vocational, Technical and Entrepreneurship College (IVTEC), Ajase Ipo, has been charged to remain focused and be dedicated to their studies, in order to excel in their chosen career and become good ambassadors of their country. The Rector, Engr. Yaru Salihu gave this charge during the week, at the 14th matriculation ceremony of the college, held at the college campus, Ajase Ipo.  The occasion witnessed the matriculation of over 222 trainees by the College, being congratulated by the Rector, who made them to understand that, many countries in the world considers entrepreneurship as one of the factors responsible for nation building,  adding that, innovation involves something new as business model, products, ideas or services. He therefore charged the Trainees to take their studies very seriously, with an appeal that they make good the opportunity availed them by the state who considers them as future lead...

In a groundbreaking initiative aimed at tackling youths unemployment and fostering national development, the Kwara State Government has announced a strategic partnership with the Nigerian Army, to empower voluntary youth organizations through training, job creation, and skills development programmes. The State Commissioner for Youths Development, Amb. Ndanusa Usman Shehu, made this submission during the courtesy visit to the Nigerian Army, 22 Armored Brigade, Sobi Barrack, today in Ilorin. The Commissioner emphasized that the collaboration would provide young people with opportunities to acquire skills in security, technology, agriculture, and leadership.  He expressed appreciation to Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq for providing an enabling environment that supports youths development in the State, stressing the Governor’s commitment to policies and initiatives aimed at empowering young people.  "Governor AbdulRazaq has continuously demonstrated his dedication to ...

The Kwara State Government has been commended for the giant strides made towards sanitizing the State's transportation system using advanced technology. The Kwara State Commissioner for Transportation,  Hon. Lafia Aliyu Korasabi, received the commendation while hosting the General Manager of the Kwara State, Automated Vehicle Inspection Service (KWAVIS), Dr. Segun Ogunnaike, and his team, in his office, today. Hon. Lafia Aliyu Korasabi, welcomed the KWAVIS team and thanked them for the visit, while expressing satisfaction at the performance of the centre for contributing to the development of the Kwara State's transportation system, especially in the aspect of vehicle maintenance. Hon. Lafia who disclosed that Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq's administration is very passionate to achieve  robust development in the State transport sector, said the Ministry would ensure prompt actions on all matters and assured of the Ministry's readiness to collaborate with a...

The Executive Chairman of the Kwara State Geographic Information Service,  ESV. Abdulkareem Babatunde Sulyman has pledged the support of his Agency to the Public Complaints Commission (PPC) to further strengthen their presence in the State.  The Chairman stated this during a courtesy visit by the Commission to his office today, describing the visit as timely and assured the commission of his readiness to give full support and maximum cooperation needed in achieving set objectives.  He added that a robust relationship and synergy had existed between the two Agencies since the inception of the Commission in Kwara, saying the request to give the necessary support in the rebuilding of the Commission's office would be worked on but urged them to submit the plan for the proposed office design for necessary action and approval. Earlier, the  Commissioner for the Commission, Barrister Olarewaju Falola, commended Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq's administration fo...

In its stride at building a sustainable initiative that would further position its transport system for prosperity, the Kwara State government is in talks with the House of Destiny Global Services Ltd (HDGSL) in collaboration with the Chartered Institute of Management and Leadership (CIML) on integrating their electric tricycle into the State's transportation system. The Kwara State Commissioner for Transportation, Hon. Lafia Aliyu Korasabi, who received the delegates of the Institute in his office yesterday, welcomed the initiative and said it aligns with the visionary goals of His Excellency Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq towards reshaping the State's Transportation sector through initiatives that foster progress, ease of doing business for the transporters and boost the Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) of the State. Hon. Lafia who equally disclosed that State Government is open to partnership with relevant stakeholders as far as the transport sector is concerned...

In a bid to streamline procurement processes and drive economic growth, the Kwara State Public Procurement Agency (KW-PPA) has inaugurated a committee to review building rates across the State. The committee saddled with the responsibility of reviewing and unifying building rates across government ministries, a move aimed at fostering economic growth and reducing inconsistencies in procurement. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, the General Manager of KW-PPA, QS Raheem Abdulbaki, emphasized that adherence to proper procurement procedures is crucial to ensuring impactful governance and sustainable economic development.  He stressed that standardizing building rates would prevent discrepancies in contracts awarded by different government bodies operating within the same sector and geographical location. “We cannot continue approving different rates for different MDAs while working in the same space. Standardizing these rates will ensure fairness, improve efficiency, a...

Kwara State  Commissioner for Solid Minerals Development, Chief Mrs Abosede Olaitain Buraimoh has assured revenue consultants of haulage fees on Marbles, Metal scraps  Sand and laterite of Government Cooperation, adding that their challenges would be chanelled appropriately to enhance their productivity on the assigned task.  The Commissioner   gave this assurances in her office today, when Revenue Consultants paid her a familiarization visit, following her assumption of office as the new Commissioner in the Ministry.  Having studied their records of revenue remittance, Buraimoh commended the Consultants for their regular remittance of haulage revenue into government coffers and charged them to continue with same Spirit of consistency.  She thereafter assured them that Government will look into their challenges, with the aim of addressing them, so as to enhance their productivity on the task assigned them.  Speaking on behalf of  ...

The Executive Chairmen of Ekiti and Irepodun Local Government Areas have been lauded over the choices of projects  executed since their assumptions of office, which have positively impacted the lives of their constituents. The Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Community Development, Hon. Abubakar Abdullahi Bata gave the commendations during the inspections of projects executed by the two Councils The Commissioner speaking at the various sites of the projects, disclosed that the impacts of the projects to the beneficiaries had clearly demonstrated the needs assessments of the beneficiaries. He disclosed that he had only visited five Local Governments so far, but  was extremely surprised at the choices of projects executed by the Councils, adding that all the projects visited were legacy projects worthy of emulation and commendations. The  Commissioner specifically appreciated the Executive Chairman of Irepodun, Hon. AbdulAzeez Yakub ove...

The Kwara State Government today commissioned Live Bird Market in Ita-Nma, Ilorin West Local Government Area, with a promise to strengthen livestock productions as well as boost food security in the state. The state Commissioner for Livestock Development, Hon Oloruntoyosi Thomas-Adebayo who dropped this hint during the official commissioning of the Market, informed the gathering of the present administration's readiness to create sustainable economic opportunities for the people of the state. According to her, "This facility is a manifestation of strategic synergy and cooperation among Federal, State and Ilorin West Local Government respectively." The Commissioner further assured that the state government would ensure continuous synergy and follow-up with the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development, other agencies and partners, to attract more interventions to complement state government's efforts towards sustainable livestock development. While apprecia...

Staffers of the newly created Public Relations Unit of the Kwara State Ministry of Communications have been charged to be proactive in the discharge of their duties. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Alhaji Yahaya Mohammed, gave the charge yesterday while receiving the staff of the unit in his office at the new State Secretariat, Phase II. Alh. Mohammed said the unit was created to correct negative perceptions about the government by  projecting its image to the citizens. He emphasized the need for the public to know the far-reaching investment of the government on infrastructural projects like roads, hospitals, schools, and other social amenities being worked on by the state government under the present administration of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. In his remarks, the Director of Information Services, Alhaji Jimoh  Salau, urged members of the unit to brace up in order to achieve the set goals as pioneer staff of the unit. Also speaking, the Head of the...

The Kwara State Government has  reaffirmed it's resolve in prioritizing the safety of lives of citizens, especially road users and commuters. The State Commissioner for Transportation, Hon. Lafia Aliyu Korasabi  gave the affirmation during the inspection exercise and courtesy visit paid to the Vehicle Inspection Office, Kwara State Command, in Ilorin, recently. Hon. Lafia Aliyu Korasabi, in his remarks expressed delight to meet with the VIO State Command and praised the office for their crucial roles in coordinating, easing the movement of vehicles and placing checks on drivers behaviours, through enforcement and ensuring strict compliance to road traffic laws. Hon. Lafia emphasized that the presence of the VIO officers cannot be overlooked as they help to guide the drivers against some unethical driving, while ensuring the cars plying on the roads are in good condition. Speaking on the welfare of the staff of the office, the Transportation Commissioner, gave the a...

....As the Elekan of Ekan, Obajisun of Aiyedun shower encomium over successes... The Oke - Ero Local Government Council in the Kwara South Senatorial District has been rated very high over the choice of projects executed by the Council. The Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Community Development, Hon. Abubakar Abdullahi Bata made this known during the inspection of projects executed by the Council, recently. Projects inspected included electrification projects, grading of roads, water and repair of palaces of traditional rulers, among others. He expressed satisfaction with all the projects, asserting that the benefiting communities would greatly benefit from the projects. The Commissioner disclosed that he was aware of the costs of the projects relative to other requests begging for similar attention and implored the Council to ensure the immediate needs assessment of other areas to determine the necessary interventions. In his words, ‘’I have visit...