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Kwara State is Recruiting Qualified Medical Doctors for Public Hospitals

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The Kwara State Hospitals Management Board (KW-HMB) is calling on qualified and dedicated Medical Doctors to apply for available positions in government hospitals across the state. This recruitment is part of the ongoing efforts of the administration of His Excellency, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, to strengthen healthcare delivery and expand access to quality medical services across Kwara State. If you’re a qualified doctor looking to make a meaningful impact, this is your opportunity to be part of Kwara’s growing public healthcare ecosystem. Position: Medical Officer (MBBS/MBChB) Work Locations: Various General and Cottage Hospitals throughout Kwara State. Who Can Apply? To be eligible, applicants must: Hold an MBBS or MBChB degree from a recognised university Have completed NYSC or possess an exemption certificate Be fully registered with MDCN and have a valid practising licence Be willing to work anywhere assigned within Kwara State Demonstrate good clinical knowledge and com...
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A A Runs Government of the People - RUWASSA GM

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Appreciations from Communities to Governor AbdulRahaman AbdulRazaq led administration is a testament to the fact that his government is of the people, by the people and for the people, which is why the masses support the present administration at all times. The General Manager, Kwara State Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency (RUWASSA), Mr Olorunfemi Oladipo, stated this in Ilorin today, while receiving Kajola Obate Olodo and Kajola Obate communities in Akanbi Ward II, on a thank you visit to his office, along old Jebba road, Ilorin, the State Capital. The GM who commended the two communities for returning to show gratitude to the government, urged them to ensure proper management and maintenance of the solar powered boreholes in the interest of the communities, to prevent a return to water scarcity. He stated that the appreciation visit by the elders of the communities has again demonstrated the strength of community partnership and responsive governance, especially to...
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Postponement of BECE

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The Kwara State Ministry of Education and Human Capital Development hereby notifies the general public, particularly students, parents, guardians, and school administrators, that the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) scheduled for Tuesday, 15th July 2025 has been rescheduled for Thursday, 17th July 2025. This postponement is due to the public holiday earlier declared by the Federal Government of Nigeria in honour of the late former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR.  The Ministry regrets any inconvenience this development may cause, and appreciates the continued cooperation and understanding of all stakeholders.  Peter Amogbonjaye Press Secretary Ministry of Education and Human Capital Development
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Kwara AGILE Grants Scholarship to 32,420 Beneficiaries

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The Kwara State Government has reaffirmed its strong commitment to promoting girl child education, by granting Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT) scholarship to 32,420 beneficiaries describing it as a cornerstone of human development and a fundamental right of every girl child in the State.  The Project Coordinator, Kwara State Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) project, Mr. Adeshina Salami made this known today, at an advocacy/sensitization programme, on the Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT); a sub-component of the project tagged "Girls Scholarship Programme," held at the school hall of Bishop Smith Memorial College, Ilorin, the State Capital. In his remarks, Mr. Salami acknowledged the passion of the Executive Governor of the State, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, for the education sector, applauding His Excellency's special interest in the development of the girl child, consequent upon which he facilitated the project to the state.  ...
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KWEPA GM Pays Courtesy Visit to OHOS

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As part of his ongoing engagement with key stakeholders in the Kwara State public service, the General Manager of the Kwara State Environmental Protection Agency (KWEPA), Hon. Jide Aina, has recently paid a courtesy visit to the Permanent Secretary, Service Welfare at the Office of the Head of Service. The visit was aimed at strengthening institutional collaboration, enhancing inter-agency cooperation, and aligning KWEPA’s environmental protection agenda with the broader vision of efficient and people-oriented public service delivery in the State. Speaking during the visit, Hon. Jide Aina expressed gratitude for the warm reception and underscored the importance of synergy between KWEPA and the Office of the Head of Service. He emphasized that promoting staff welfare, fostering accountability, and instilling environmental discipline across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) are essential to achieving the State’s developmental goals. He reaffirmed his commitment to ...
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Youth Commissioner Receives JCI Ambassadorial Award

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... Dedicates it to Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq The Kwara State Commissioner for Youth Development, Amb. Ndanusa Usman Shehu, has been honoured with the prestigious JCI Human Duties Ambassadorial Award by the Junior Chamber International (JCI), University of Ilorin, chapter, during its 41st investiture and convention. The award, which recognizes exemplary leadership and unwavering commitment to youth development, was presented to the Commissioner in appreciation of his dedication to advancing youth-focused initiatives and policies in the State, at the Windgate Hotel and Suites, Ilorin, recently. In his acceptance speech, Amb. Ndanusa expressed profound gratitude to the organizers of the event, stating that the recognition is not only a personal honour but a testament to the transformational leadership of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, whom he described as a visionary and tireless supporter of youth empowerment in Kwara State. "I proudly dedicate this award to His...
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KWSG Expresses Readiness to Collaborate with Federal Ministry of Water Resources on SPIN Project

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The Kwara State Government has expressed its readiness to collaborate with the Federal Ministry of Water Resources, Abuja on the Sustainable Power and Irrigation for Nigeria (SPIN) project. The Commissioner for Water Resources, Hon. Usman Yunusa Lade, gave the hint in his office on Thursday, while receiving a delegation from the Federal Ministry of Water Resources, Abuja, who have come to undertake an on-the-spot assessment of an existing Dam being considered as the project site in the state. The Commissioner assured the delegation of the state government’s preparedness to make available its counterpart fund for the project as required by the World Bank, while appreciating the delegation for conducting the need assessment of three irrigation sites for SPIN project, namely: Omu-Aran, Malete and Duku Lade Dams in the state and by extension, selected Duku Lade Dam for further implementation of the project. Also speaking, the Director, Water Engineering Services, Engr. Yusuf Wo...
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KWSG Unveils Prototype Lavatories at Alanamu, Eruda, Ajikobi Communities

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In an effort to eradicate open defecation across the state, the Kwara State Government has unveiled public solar-powered lavatories at Alanamu, Eruda and Ajikobi communities in Ilorin. Commissioning the projects at Balogun Alanamu on Thursday, the State Governor, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, who was represented by the Special Adviser on Special Duties, Alhaji Abdulrazaq Jidda, added that the project was part of the state government's effort to encourage proper waste disposal across the state. The Governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to meeting the needs of the people in line with his campaign promises and encouraged them to make proper use of the facilities for their own benefit, commending the people of the communities for supporting the projects. In his goodwill message, the Chairman, House Committee on Water Resources, Kwara State House of Assembly, Hon. Bello Yunus Oniboki, lauded the efforts of the Governor for the projects and urged th...
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Kwara Govt Ready to Unveils Hidden Talents- Director Sports

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Kwara State Government has spoken of its intention towards discovering hidden talents in the sport sector in the state. Director of Sports, Kwara State Sports Commission, Mallam Ibrahim Oladele Bako, stated this at the 2nd edition of Alice Alaba Under 10 Handball Championship Final organized for Primary Schools in Ilorin West Local Government Area of the state. Alhaji Bako applauded the zeal of the young handball players and advocated regular training of the pupils to become star players.  Also, the Secretary of the Commission, Mr Aruna Tsado said the just concluded Alice Alaba Under 10 Handball Championship would go a long way in reviving Handball game in the state. Mr Tsado observed that the pupils that participated in the handball tournament had what it takes to participate in national handball games. In his submission, Education Secretary, Ilorin West Local Government, Mallam Mahmud Adewole, thanked the organizers for the handball championship and charged the partic...
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KWASSIP GM Receives JCI Ambassadorial Appointment

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…Dedicates the appointment to the visionary and inclusive governance of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. In appreciation of the Kwara State Government's sustained investment in the empowerment of youths and social development, the General Manager, Kwara State Social Investment Programme (KWASSIP), Dr. Abdulwasiu Olayinka Tejidini, has been appointed as an Ambassador by the Junior Chamber International (JCI). In his words during the appointment ceremony on Friday, Dr. Tejidini expressed profound appreciation for the recognition and dedicated the award to the visionary Governor, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, CON.  The General Manager stressed that the Governor's enthusiasm for inclusive governance and collaborative work for strategic effect has made it possible for KWASSIP to roll out meaningful programmes that empower the youth and vulnerable groups in Kwara State. "This achievement is not individual but a reflection of the collective effort of KWASSIP, the coo...
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KWSG Applauds TA Community for Tech4market Women Initiative

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The Kwara State Government has applauded TA Community for introducing a pilot study for a digital literacy programme , ‘Tech4market Women’, designed to support market women, bridge the gap and enhance financial inclusion by equipping them with tools to manage expenses and participate in communal saving through a user-friendly mobile application. The Commissioner for Women Affairs, Chief (Mrs) Opeyemi Oluwakemi Afolashade, gave the commendation recently while speaking with the representatives of TA Community, who paid a courtesy visit to her office. The Commissioner disclosed that the Governor, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq is committed to promoting a conducive environment where businesses can thrive thereby making the state viable for such pilot study. Chief Afolashade noted that “the initiative is laudable and the state government appreciates the effort of the organization to include Kwara State in the pilot study because it will enlighten market women so that they can be ...
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