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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...

OHOS PAYS UNSCHEDULED VISIT TO MDAs

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 ...monitors civil servants early-coming compliance  ...As five Officers receives cash gift  The Office of the Head of Service (OHOS) led by the Permanent Secretary( Service Welfare) and Representative of the HOS, Dr. Shittu Olufunke led an unscheduled visit to some government offices to monitor workers punctuality at their duty posts.     The monitoring team visited Ministry of Education,  Ministry of Energy, Ministry of Special Duties, Ministry of Commerce and the Civil Service Commission.      The permanent Secretary  awarded cash gift to a total of five workers for been first to resume duty at their respective offices.      Those rewarded included  a Clerical Officer in the Min. Of Special Duties,  Mr Ogundele Faseyi; Mr Adeosun Samuel and Mr Alhassan Aminu both of Education Ministry; Mrs Abdulraheem Aminat ( Energy) and Mr Yusuf   Tunde Usman of the CSC.   It will be recalled ...

KWEPA Seals off Residential Building Over Environmental Violation in Ilorin

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The Task Force of the Kwara State Environmental Protection Agency (KWEPA) has sealed off a residential building in the Jooro area of Asadam, Ilorin, over an open soakaway system and persistent offensive odour, which has posed a significant threat to public health and environmental safety. The enforcement action was carried out on Tuesday during a routine inspection exercise. The affected property was found to be discharging toxic effluent openly, resulting in a pungent smell that endangered the well-being of residents and violated the State’s environmental protection laws. Representing the General Manager of KWEPA, Hon. Jide Aina, during the operation was Sanitarian Abigail Are, who led the enforcement team. She stressed the urgency of the action, stating that the open soakaway was not only a source of environmental pollution but also a public health hazard with the potential to trigger outbreaks of waterborne and airborne diseases. “KWEPA will continue to take decisive act...

Commissioner for Transportation Receives Award of Excellence

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The Kwara State Commissioner for Transportation, Hon. Lafia Aliyu Korasabi, has been honoured with an Award of Excellence in recognition of his unwavering commitment and outstanding service to the State, presented by the Kwara Alert Media in his office recently. Presenting the award, Mr. Emmanuel Remilekun who represented the Kwara Alert Media, said the award was based on merit, in recognition of his outstanding performance while describing Hon. Lafia as one of the selected and most dedicated commissioners in Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq’s administration so far. He praised the Commissioner’s ability to work in tandem with the government’s vision, in various capacities, which has contributed immensely to the development of the State. "Hon. Lafia Aliyu Korasabi has served in multiple key capacities, including as Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftancy Affairs and Community Development, Commissioner for Energy, Commissioner for Planning and Economic Development a...

African Procurement Forum Awards:Kwara Recognized for Driving Local Participation

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...Clinches top awards for local contents, procurement reforms.. The African Procurement and Supply Chain Summit, 2025 has recently honoured the General Manager of the Kwara State Public Procurement Agency, QS Raheem AbdulBaki in Lagos for his excellence in driving local participation as the Public Procurement Reform Champion of the State, highlighting Kwara's excellent performance in efficient public procurement. While receiving the award, the General Manager described collaboration and the creation of systems that promote local content participation as key tools for driving economic growth. He appreciated the staff of the Agency for their coordinated support, which he said, contributed immensely to the global recognition  the State has received. He described the awards as yet another prove of the visionary leadership of Governor  AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, whom he credited for placing Kwara on a path to greatness and international visibility. He noted that "the reco...

KWSG Applauds TCI Over Reproductive Health Delivery

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The Kwara State Government has lauded The Challenge Initiative (TCI) for its transformative contributions to family planning and reproductive health services in the state, as stakeholders gathered for the The Challenge Initiative (TCI), Transition Meeting in Ilorin on Tuesday.  Speaking at the event, the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Amina Ahmed El-Imam, described the partnership between The Challenge Initiative (TCI) and Kwara State as a model of impactful collaboration. According to the Commissioner, “We are reminded of the incredible partnership that existed between The Challenge Initiative (TCI) and our dear state over the last couple of years.  “This collaboration, rooted in a shared commitment to improve access to high-quality voluntary family planning services, and has ultimately empowered families and significantly enhanced maternal and child health outcomes.” Dr. El-Imam expressed deep appreciation to the TCI team for their unwavering dedication and technic...

Ayinde Commends KWSG as He Reunites with Daughter

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The Kwara State Government has been commended for the role played in reuniting Sofiat Abdulganiyu with her family, a 20-year-old female, who was declared missing on 17th June, 2025. The Commissioner for Women Affairs, Chief (Mrs.) Oluwakemi Opeyemi Afolashade, received the commendation today in her office during Sofiat's reunion with her family, expressing gratitude to God that Sofiat was found alive in Kogi State through the efforts of the Kogi State Ministry of Women Affairs.  The Commissioner further appreciated the Governor, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, for giving her the opportunity to serve in a humanitarian capacity, which made it possible for Sofiat to be swiftly reunited with her family. She noted that the effort put in by the Kwara State Ministry of Women Affairs and its staff to ensure Sofiat’s safe return was part of the humanitarian services carried out by the Ministry. Chief Afolashade conveyed the warmest regards of the Governor to Sofiat’s father and p...

KW-SAPZ Project Receives Transactional Advisory Firm

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 ... charges firm on timely,  effective delivery. The Kwara State Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ)Project today received a team from the project's Transactional Advisory Firm (SAO Capital) to resolve operational roadmap for effective implementation of the agro-Industrial project. Receiving the guests today, the State Project Coordinator, Kwara State Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ ) Project, Engr.Dr. Busari Toyin Isiaka, said the  meeting was a milestone in the itinerary of implementation master plan, adding that the visit will expedite and factor appropriate steps, into the roadmap of implementation. The Coordinator explained that KW-SAPZ is   livestock-based, concentrating on dairy and beef production, as the project  involves Four Agricultural Transformational Centres (ATCs) and an Agro-Industrial Hub (AIH). Busari highlighted the remarkable supports Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON, has provided for ease of i...

Kwara Govt Launches P-CNG Vehicles for Affordable Transport Scheme

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The Kwara State Government has launched the operation of the Compressed Nitrogen Gas (CNG) vehicles as part of efforts to promote affordable, reliable and economical  transportation to residents of the State. Performing the official launching at the Ministry of Transportation Headquarters in Ilorin, on Monday, the Commissioner for Transportation, Hon. Lafia Aliyu Korasabi described the initiative as aligning with the ongoing Federal Government's Transportation scheme was targeted at providing succour on the financial burden facing the larger population of Nigerians on transportation. Hon. Korasabi emphasized that the PCNG Initiative, is a pilot programme and a deliberate effort by the Federal Government as directed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to enhance ease of transportation in the entire 36 States of the Federation, thereby mitigating the economic hardship of commuters in Nigeria. He equally noted that  the prompt release of the 20 CNG buses receiv...

Needs Assessment Exercise Holds in Gwanara Community

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The Needs Assessment Exercise for Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) in the three Senatorial Districts has also been conducted in Gwanara Community of Baruten Local Government Area of Kwara State, one of the selected beneficiaries for the first phase of the exercise, meant to update the state government on the educational needs of OVC in the state. The Commissioner for Women Affairs, Chief (Mrs) Oluwakemi Opeyemi Afolashade, made this known recently in Gwanara, Baruten Local Government Area. Speaking at the Palace of the Emir of Gwanara, Alhaji, Dr Sabi Idris, (OFR), the  Kotokotogi II, the Commissioner, who was represented by the Director, Planning, Research and Statistics, Mr. Alhassan Mu'azu, expressed satisfaction at the warm reception and enthusiasm of the Gwanara Community towards the Needs Assessment Exercise and assured them of the Ministry's continuous support for OVC programmes in the state. The Commissioner requested full participation from the people ...

Kwara Warns Farmers of Flash Flood Alert, Urges Swift Precaution

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The Kwara State Government, through the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, has issued a strong advisory to all crop and fish farmers across the State—particularly those located near rivers, floodplains, and low-lying areas—to take immediate precautions in light of the flash flood alert recently released by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet). Although Kwara is not among the 19 states listed as high-risk in NiMet’s July 2025 advisory, the government notes that the unpredictable nature of the climate and increasing rainfall intensity may still pose serious threats to farmlands and agricultural livelihoods across the State. Flash floods, which can occur suddenly and without much warning, may result in waterlogging, erosion, pond overflows, and the destruction of crops, farm structures, and input stores if timely preventive action is not taken. Advisory for Crop Farmers: - Create temporary diversion channels to redirect excess water from farmland. - Use sandb...