Kwara State Ministry of Communications

The Kwara State modified environmental sanitation exercise will hold on Saturday, 28th December, 2024 between seven o'clock and ten o'clock (7: 00am to 10:am) in the morning.  The state Commissioner for Environment, Hajia Nafisat Musa Buge stated this in Ilorin today, while addressing the press, in her office.  The Commissioner who prayed that the festive period will bring peace and happiness to all, enjoined residents to sustain a clean environment and abide by relevant laws by ensuring sanitation of their homes and business environments, to enhance healthy living. During the exercise, there will be a house to house visit by Environmental Health Officers (wole-wole), led by Environmental Taskforce, to ensure compliance with relevant sanitary laws adding that vehicular movement will however be allowed, due to the ongoing festivities. The Commissioner also stated that, waste management trucks will be made available for waste collections and subsequent dumping of ...

State Project Coordinator for ACReSaL, Samsudeen Aregbe (Middle); Representative of the Commissioner for Environment and Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Environment, Dr Ayinla Abubakar; Representative of Ilorin West Local Government and Vice Chairman of Ilorin West, Hon. Suliat Olowu flanked by the participants during the sensitization Campaign on Bushfire Prevention, held at the Ilorin West Secretariat, Kwara Central Senatorial District of the State. The Kwara Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (KWACReSAL) has concluded a Statewide sensitization campaign on the prevention of bushfire and bush burning to avert the loss of lives and properties as the dry season continues in the country. The sensitization, which was organised in line with the directive of the Federal Project Management Unit (FPMU), was aimed at raising awareness on the dangers of bush burning and other related harmful environmental practices, which could cause havoc to human lives.   The grand finale o...

The Chief Medical Director, Kwara State Teaching Hospital, Dr. Ahmed Bola, delivering his speech, during the send forth ceremony, organised by the Nursing Department of KWSUTH, at the Hospital premises, recently. The Chief Medical Director, Dr. Bola Ahmed, of Kwara State University Teaching Hospital, has charged health workers in the state, to always maintain high standards of professionalism while fulfilling their responsibilities to the public.  The Chief Medical Director gave the charge during a send-forth program, organized by the Nursing Department of the hospital, for retired nurses, held at the hospital premises earlier in the week. According to him, "professionalism is our watch word. It is therefore expected of us to always exhibit it in all our dealings with clients, to sustain standard the health care delivery, we are known us." Dr Ahmed thereafter enjoined the hospital staff, to continually support the present administration, under the leadership of Governor Abdul...

…Gives Letter of Recognition to the New Iyaloja General of Kwara State. The Kwara State  Government has reiterated its committed to support market development in order to improve economic  growth and livelihood of its citizens.  The Commissioner for Business, Innovation and Technology, Hon. Damilola Yusuf Adelodun, stated this recently during the anniversary celebration of the  milestone event, which took place at the Ultra Modern Market, Adewole, Ilorin. The event was marked with pomp and pageantry, as traders, artisans and stakeholders gathered to commemorate the market's achievements and growth over the years. The Commissioner, who was represented  by the Director Personnel, Finance and Supply, Mr. Tunde Thompson Amos, congratulated the Kwara Association of Marketers for its resilience in coordinating all the affairs of the markets in the state.  “I am proud to celebrate the 16th Anniversary of the Adewole Ultra Modern Market, Ilorin. This market has bec...

L-R Engineer Afolayan Funsho; Youth in Agric Leader, Abdullahi Abubakar; Patigi Coordinator, Ibrahim Alfasaadu; Chairman Kwara Central, Dr Abdulwasiu Olayinka Tejidini; GM KWASSIP, Mallam Edun Abdulrasaq; Vice Chairman, Hon Umar Mahmud Aboki; State Chairman AFAN. The Kwara State Government has again reiterated its total commitment to  food sufficiency and security in the state, even as it promised farmers a robust and sustainable support and empowerment, to  enhance their productivities. The General Manager, Kwara State Social Investment Programme (KWASSIP), Dr Abdulwasiu Olayinka Tejidini stated this today, while receiving the Executive Members of All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN), in his office, located at Fate road, Ilorin. Dr Tejidini acknowledged the immense importance of the association, who have been a strong pillar to the present administration at ensuring the availability of food for all and sundry in the state.  He also noted that the farmers contributed...

The Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Dr. Mrs Mary Arinde (Middle)and the Executives of the Committee of Tertiary Institutions in Kwara State in a group picture at the meeting in Ilorin. The Kwara State Government has been commended over the  prompt payment of the allowances of the Committee of Unions in Tertiary Institutions (CUTI) in the State.   The CUTI members gave the commendation while meeting with the Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Dr. Mary Ronke Arinde  today in her office. Dr. Arinde said the State Governor, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq is passionate about the welfare of workers. Hence,"the approval and the implementation of the allowances is a testament to prove the heart of gold of our performing Governor, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON and to whom much is given, much is expected," she said. Dr. Arinde urged all Unions in higher institutions of learning in the State to always appreciate the kind gesture and put in more efforts in discharging their...

In a remarkable move aimed at supporting the efforts of Mall. AbdulRahman AbdulRasaq’s administration in improving the living conditions of residents of Kwara State, the Rector of Kwara State Polytechnic, Engr. Dr. Abdul Jimoh Muhammed, has presented end-of-year welfare package to all staff of the institution. Speaking with the Polytechnic information crew, Abdul who is the first Rector in the history of the over 50-year old institution to kick off such gesture on a yearly basis since his assumption of office in 2019, disclosed that the package was a token of appreciation for the staff's hard work and dedication to the institution. "We understand the difficulties that many are facing, and it's our responsibility to stand together during these trying times," the Rector stated. "This package is not just a token; it is a commitment to our staff and their families, recognizing their hard work and sacrifices throughout the year." He also stated that t...

The National Universities Commission, NUC, has approved 10 new programs to be run at Kwara State University from the 2024/2025 session.   The approval, which is contained in a letter to the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Shaykh-Luqman Jimoh, and signed by the commissions acting director of Academic Planning, Abubakar M. Girei, on behalf of the Ag. Executive Secretary said that the approval was based on the results of assessments from the resource verification visit carried out by panels of experts to the proposed academic programs. The approved programs are 1. B.Sc. Estate Management 2. B.Sc. Geography 3. B.Sc. Urban and Regional Planning 4. B.Eng. Mining Engineering 5. B.Sc. Marketing 6. B.Sc. Sociology 7. B.Sc. Criminology and Security Studies 8. B.Sc. Physiology 9. B.Sc. Human Anatomy 10. B.Sc. Cyber Security The letter dated December 10, 2024, noted that the programs are to be in full-time mode while the University was urged to provide adequate human and material...

L-R The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer Mr. Haruna, the State supervisor, Mrs Folashade Elelu, the Director of Primary Health Care system Edu Local government, prince Oyewole Sunday Michael Executive Chairman Patigi, Honourable Ahmed Adam the Executive Governor of kwara State, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRasaq, the first Lady of kwara, Ambassador Professor Olufolake Abdulrasaq, the Local immunization Officer, Mr. Jubril Hallasan , and Executive Secretary Kwara State Primary Health Care Development Agency during the presentation of award to Edu Local Government Area at the End of the year review meeting organized by the Kwara State Primary Health Care Development Agency The Kwara State First Lady, Professor (Ambassador) Olufolake AbdulRazaq has reiterated that the Office of the First Lady will continue to support the state government to achieve Universal Health Coverage. Amb. AbdulRazaq made the reiteration at the end of year review meeting organized by the State Primary H...

R-L: Principal Consultant, Synergy Impact Consultant Limited, Chief David Babalola- Chairman, Lower Nigeria River Basin Development Authority, Alhaji Abdullateef Gidado Alakawa- Non-Executive Director of the NNPC, Dr Ghali Alaaya- Senior Advisor to the Governor, Alhaji Saadudeen Salahudeen- Special Adviser On Special Duty to the Governor, Alhaji Abdulrazaq Jiddah, Senior Special Assistant On Religion, Alhaji Dan Maigoro, and the Governor’s Aide on Media, Alhaji Bashir Adigun in a group photograph at the event. The Kwara State Government through the Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project (L-PRES), in collaboration with the World Bank and the Centre for Dryland Agriculture has completed the training of 700 extension agents and farmers towards ensuring food security in the State. Speaking during the weeklong capacity training programme on small ruminants production and crop residue processing for improved utilisation by ruminants, packaged by the Synergy Impact ...

▪︎ Gov announces 250 housing units, as work to begin on smart city inner roads, Offa, Lafiagi stadia  ▪︎ CAPEX takes 62.1%, recurrent stands at 37.9% Kwara State Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq laid the 2025 appropriation bill before the parliament Friday, substantially focusing on completing ongoing projects, starting new ones, and doubling down on social protection for the people of the state.  Valued at N540, 368, 119, 765.00, capital expenditure guzzles 62.1% of the fiscal plan while recurrent gets 37.9%.  The Governor said the budget will complete the major infrastructural projects across the state, and fund new ones such as 250 units of mass housing and inner roads in the smart city -- another big feather to his cap.  The stadia in Offa and Lafiagi are also prioritised in the budget, while new roads are to be constructed in Kwara South, North, and Central to further ease the movement of goods and services within the state, according to the Governor.  He sa...

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has launched the distribution of 3000 energy-saving cooking stoves for women and another 193 motorcycles for agricultural extension agents across the state under the ACReSAL project intervention. ACReSAL, an acronym for Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscape, is being implemented in Kwara under ministries of Environment, Water Resources, and Agriculture and Rural Development. The items are meant to be distributed across the 16 local government areas of the state, according to the State Coordinating Office for ACReSAL. At the symbolic distribution of the items in Ilorin, the Governor said the initiative seeks to grow the local economy, enhance agricultural productivity, and promote utilisation of sustainable energy solutions.  “The distribution of energy-saving cooking stoves and motorcycles today is part of the gains and benefits of our investment in people-oriented interventions through the World Bank,” the Governor said at the ...

The Kwara State Road Traffic Management Authority (KWARTMA) has deployed its operatives for special duty to ensure effective traffic management during the 2024 Yuletide season. According to the Ag. CEO, Engr. Bamidele Michael,the deployed operatives include Officers and Men who will control traffic at different choke points within the metropolis, Mobile Patrol personnel to ensure Traffic law compliance and effective gridlock management, and also the Rescue Team members who will be on standby for prompt emergency responses.  Bamidele noted that the presence of KWARTMA will also ensure hitch-free traffic in Offa and Bode Saadu as an extension of services to Kwara Central and Kwara North senatorial districts. KWARTMA therefore urges commuters to familiarize themselves with safety standards and regulations to protect lives and property. The Authority is also using this medium to call on the public to report any breakdowns, emergencies, or road blocka...

• As govt completes 2-day training on prevention, treatment The Kwara State Government on Thursday concluded a 2-day training on drug abuse prevention, treatment and care amid applause by international and national bodies for its efforts in arresting the trend of the menace, especially among young people. The capacity building training, which was put together by the Office of the Special Assistant to the Governor on Drug Abuse Prevention and Control, drew participation from 110 public secondary school teachers across the 16 LGAs of the state. Held in Ilorin, the state capital, the session was facilitated by United Nations Office of Drug and Crime (UNODC) representative Mrs Titilope Ogunluyi and State Commander NDLEA Kwara Hajia Fatimah Popoola. Ogunluyi lauded the commitment of Kwara State Government to a drug-free society, saying it will engender a safer and healthier environment for everyone. She said the UNODC is happy to partner with the state on...

Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Dr. Mrs Mary Arinde (Middle), Vice Chancellor of KWASU, Prof. Shaykh Lukman Jimoh, Staff of the NDLEA and the newly admitted students in a group picture at the event in Malete. The Kwara State Government has today commenced drug tests for all freshers at the Kwara State University (KWASU) as part of efforts to curb drug abuse among students of tertiary institutions in the State. The Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Dr. Mrs Mary Arinde made this known today at the flag-off ceremony of the drug test programme, organized by the Kwara State Government in collaboration with the National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) at KWASU in Malete. The Commissioner said the Executive Governor of Kwara State, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq approved the drug test for all the newly admitted students to curb the menace of drug abuse among students in Kwara State to ensure academic stability in all the State owned institutions. She reiterated the  importance...