Kwara State Ministry of Communications

The Kwara State Ministry of Social Development has embarked on sensitisation tour of the 16 Local Government Areas in the state, to educate communities on the implications of engaging in female circumcision. The sensitisation tour was organised recently by the Ministry, in collaboration with Global Hope for Women and Children Foundation (GLOHWOC) and with the support of the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF).  Speaking during the sensitisation tour, the Commissioner for Social Development, Hajia Mariam Nnafatima Imam, PhD, warned the people who are still engaging in the practice of female circumcision to desist from the act or face legal consequences, advising the public to adequately secure the future of their female children, as there are long term disadvantages of female genital mutilation. The Commissioner, who was represented by the Director, Social Welfare of the Ministry, Elder Kayode James, explained that genital mutilation can cause low libido and put the ...

....Commences inspection of garages... The Kwara State government has inaugurated a taskforce committee on transportation to address the proliferation of illegal garages in the State, aimed at ensuring the security of residents  and sanitizing the transportation system of Kwara. The Commissioner for Transportation, Hon. Lafia Aliyu Korasabi, who inaugurated the committee recently, reiterated the exigency of the committee on the ongoing reforms in the transportation sector and urged members to swing into action immediately and begin the enforcement with expertise and civility. The transportation Taskforce committee, headed by the Director of Transport, Planning and Coordination of the Ministry, Engr. Joshua Durotoye and the Secretary, Administrative Officer, Hajia Zulugambari Habeebat, with other selected representatives drawn from relevant Government Ministries, Departments and Parastatals are expected  to focus on the harmonization of ideas, while exploring their ...

The Kwara Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (KWACReSAL) project team, led by State Project Coordinator Alhaji Shamsideen Olatunbosun Aregbe has conducted an on-the-spot assessment at the Lata Grazing Reserve.  The team, which included Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development Dr. Afeez Abolore Alabi, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Environment Dr. Abubakar Ayinla, and the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Water Resources Mrs. Christianah Omolola Asonibare, inspected the seedlings and nursery site. The assessment was to evaluate the progress of work achieved at the site, inspect the seedlings delivered for planting at the project site and accelerate the nursery delivery process during the current raining season. Aregbe emphasized that the commencement of the project would enhance symbiotic relationships among farmers, promote afforestation, improve soil health, and boost agricultural productivity. He stressed that the implementation of...

The Kwara State Government has commended the National Centre For Hydropower Research and Development (NACHRED) in Kwara State for considering ways to establish hydropower plant to assist small scale industries in the state. The Commissioner for Water Resources, Hon. Usman Yunusa Lade, gave the commendation recently while receiving the Team from NACHRED, in the Ministry. Hon. Lade, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mrs. Christiana Asonibare, described the initiative as a laudable development, adding that it will serve as an alternative power supply at any of the chosen Waterworks dam in the state.  The Commissioner expressed optimism that if the plant is established, it will create more employment opportunities, boost revenue generation and reduce huge financial burden the state  government normally commit to power supply for the Waterworks. Earlier, the State Director of the NACHRED, Prof. Omodele Eletta, stated that the purpose of the...

Kwara State Commissioner for Youth Development, Amb. Shehu Ndanusa Usman, delivering the keynote address at the Kwara South Consultative Youth Forum's Annual Agriculture Summit, held at the Igbomina House Hall in Ilorin. The Kwara State Commissioner for Youth Development, Amb. Shehu Ndanusa Usman, has restated the government’s support for youth-driven agricultural initiatives aimed at fostering youth development. He made this known while delivering a keynote address at the Annual Agriculture Summit organised by the Kwara South Consultative Youth Forum, held at Igbomina House Hall. The summit was themed “Empowering Youth Through Agriculture.” Commending the youth of Kwara South for their focus and initiative, Amb. Ndanusa encouraged them to continue leading efforts to secure their future through farming and agribusiness. He noted that agriculture offers practical opportunities for job creation, even with limited start-up capital. “With minimal resources, any determined y...

  L–R: Senior Special Assistant to the Kwara State Governor on Culture and Tourism, Hon. Aramide Eyiwumi Muka Ray; Chairman, House Committee on Health, Kwara State House of Assembly, Hon. Seun Oguniyi; Director of Personnel, Finance and Supply, Ministry of Communications, Mrs Yahaya Salamat; and Secretary, Kwara State Council for Arts and Culture, Mr Aliu Jamiu, at the event in Ilorin. Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State has been honoured with a special meritorious award for advancing the cultural heritage of the state, as part of activities marking the 2025 World Cultural Day celebration in Ilorin. Receiving the award on behalf of the Governor, the Permanent Secretary for Service Welfare, Dr. Olufunke Mercy Shittu, praised the Governor for his consistent support for cultural growth in the state and expressed appreciation to the organisers for the recognition. The award was presented by the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Culture and Tourism, Ho...

  Dr. Olufunke Mercy Shittu, Permanent Secretary for Service Welfare, delivers the keynote address at the 2025 World Culture Day celebration in Ilorin. The Office of the Kwara State Head of Service has joined the Radio, Television, Theatre and Arts Workers’ Union of Nigeria (RATTAWU) and the global community in commemorating the 2025 World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development. Speaking on behalf of the Head of Service, the Permanent Secretary for Service Welfare, Dr. Olufunke Mercy Shittu, emphasised the significance of RATTAWU’s role in promoting cultural identity and shaping social values in Nigeria. “RATTAWU is renowned for its work in public enlightenment and for promoting democratic and cultural values,” Dr. Shittu stated. Delivering the keynote address at the celebration themed “Strengthening Peace Through Cultural Dialogue and Diversity” held at the Kwara State Council for Arts and Culture Hall, Gerin Alimi, Ilorin, Dr. Shittu highlighted key cultural deve...

The Kwara State Government has discussed possible means to collaborate with the National Agency for Food, Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), to ensure that producers of table and sachet water deliver quality services as well as safe and drinkable water for all residents in the state. The State Commissioner for Water Resources, Hon. Usman Yunusa Lade, stated this recently during a courtesy visit paid to NAFDAC office in Ilorin by the Management of the Ministry. The Commissioner stressed that the collaboration has become necessary in order to ensure that water producers comply with the rules and regulations guiding water producing sector across the state. Hon. Lade explained that the state government needs to regulate the activities of the producers and safeguard the environment for human and animal inhabitants. "We have seen the need to establish mutual collaboration and understanding with the State Ministry of Water Resources and the State Chapter of NAFDAC so a...

Group photograph of stakeholders at the State Peace Architecture (SPA) meeting held at the Ministry of Women Affairs, Ilorin. The Kwara State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening peace and security collaboration in Kebbi, Katsina, Zamfara, Kwara, and Niger States. This was disclosed today during the stakeholders’ meeting organised by the State Peace Architecture (SPA), under the Search for Common Ground Nigeria, held at the conference room of the Ministry of Women Affairs. The Chairman, State Peace Architecture, who doubles as the Commissioner for Women Affairs, Chief (Mrs) Oluwakemi Afolashade, said the meeting is a collective step towards a safer and more peaceful future for Kwara communities. The Chairman, who was represented by the Acting Director, Personnel, Finance and Supply, Adenike Akanni, said, “We are here because we share a common goal: to build resilient structures that promote dialogue, prevent violence, and ensure inclusive and sustainable peace ...

  Chairman, Ilorin Emirate Durbar Committee, Engr. Suleiman Yahya Alapansanpa (3rd left), and Managing Director, Kwara Garment Factory, Hajia Bukola Adedeji (4th left), in a group photograph with other members of the Ilorin Emirate Durbar Committee during their visit to the Kwara Garment Factory today in Ilorin. As preparations intensify for the 2025 Ilorin Emirate Durbar Festival, members of the Ilorin Durbar Committee paid a working visit to the Kwara Garment Factory today. The visit aimed to explore areas of collaboration and assess the factory’s capacity to support the festival with locally made ceremonial garments. The delegation, led by Engr. Suleiman Yahya Alapansanpa, Chairman of the Ilorin Emirate Durbar Committee and Danmasani of Ilorin. They were warmly received by the Managing Director of the factory, Hajia Bukola Adedeji, and her management team. In her welcome remarks, Hajia Adedeji expressed appreciation for the visit and reaffirmed the factory’s commitment to preser...