Kwara State Ministry of Communications

Following the directive of the Executive Governor of Kwara State, Mallam AbdulRahaman AbdulRazaq, Kwara State Ministry of Health will commence the screening of Kwara citizens for breasts and cervical cancer, with immediate effect, free of charge, across the Sixteen Local Government Areas of the State. The State Commissioner for Health, Dr Amina Ahmed El-lmam stated this over the weekend, during a press session in her office at Fate, in Ilorin metropolis. According to the Commissioner, the screening follows the approval of Governor AbdulRahaman AbdulRasaq's approval of free medical outreaches in the State, through which people in the state have benefited, especially the downthrodden, consequent upon which, their health standards as well as services have improved. Dr El-Imam reaffirmed that the just approved cancer screening is part of the commitments of this administration, to quality health service delivery, for the entire people of Kwara State. According to her, "

Commissioner for Water Resources, Hon. Usman Yunusa Lade (2nd right); addressing participants at the training workshop held in Ilorin. The Kwara State Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency (RUWASSA) has organised a one-day training workshop for the state enumerators involved in the Water Supply, Sanitation, and Hygiene Baseline Survey (WASH) in data acquisition. The workshop is in collaboration with the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF), an international donor agency that promotes the rights and well-being of every child in the country.  Speaking at the training, held at Rotana Event Hall, Rotana Hotel, Fate Road, Ilorin, the Commissioner for Water Resources, Hon. Usman Yunusa Lade disclosed that the basis for organising the training is a demonstration of the state government's commitment to the well-being of the people in the state. Declaring the workshop open, Lade enjoined the participants to pay adequate attention to the resource

L-R: The Director, Personnel, Finance and Supply, Mr. Michael Oyelowo; Director, Chieftaincy Affairs, Mrs. Fatimah Opobiyi; Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Community Development, Hon. Abdullahi Abubakar Bata; the new Edemorun of Kajola, Oba Johnson Olajide Kehinde; the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mrs. Iyabo Modupe Adekeye; and Hon. Olajire Bamgboye, Member, KWHA, at the presentation of Staff of Office to the Monarch. The Kwara State Government today presented a Fourth Class Staff of Office to the newly appointed Edemorun of Kajola in Oke-Ero Local Government, HRH, Oba Johnson Olajide Kehinde.   In his speech at the presentation ceremony, Kwara State Governor, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq encouraged the new monarch to be sensitive to his people’s needs, lead them with empathy, equity and fear of God. Governor AbdulRazaq, represented by the Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs, and Community Development, Hon. Abdullahi Ab

The Kwara State Government has partnered the Technology Incubation Centre under the Federal Ministry of Science, Innovation and Technology, Ilorin, to foster innovation and entrepreneurship in the State. The Commissioner for Business, Innovation and Technology, Hon. Damilola Yusuf Adelodun, stated this over the weekend during a working visit to the Technology Incubation Centre in Ilorin. Hon. Damilola commended the efforts of the centre at promoting Entrepreneurship and training of potential Entrepreneurs, saying that the working visit marks the beginning of a fruitful collaboration with the Technology Incubation Centre for future initiatives.   The Commissioner noted that the State government is supporting and encouraging entrepreneurship as well as creating jobs through the Kwara State Social Investment Programme (KWASSIP) for its citizenry, noting that the visit demonstrates the State government's dedication to drive economic growth and innovation in Kwara State. While in

L-R: Rt. Hon. Speaker, Children Parliament, Hon. Faosiat Alaaya; Honourable Commissioner for Women Affairs, Hon. Opeyemi Oluwakemi Afolashade; His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Kwara State, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, represented by the Honourable Commissioner for Health, Dr. Amina Ahmed El-Iman; First Lady of Kwara State, Amb. Prof. Olufolake AbdulRazaq, represented by the Honourable Commissioner for Solid Minerals, Dr. Afeez Abolore during the International Girl Child's Day Celebration held at Stella Obasanjo Multipurpose Hall ...Says it is committed to girl child empowerment. A call has gone to parents and guardians to refrain from discriminating against the girl child, stating that the girl child has equal potentials like the boy child and reassured that the State government will continue to empower the girl child. Kwara State Governor, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, made this call yesterday during the 2024 International Girl Child's Day with the th

LR: The Rector Kwara State Polytechnic, Dr Abdul Jimoh Muhammed, Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Dr. Mary Ronke Arinde and the Permanent Secretary Ministry of Teritairy Education, Barr. Sabitiyu Kikelomo Grillo at the official flag off of Sales of farm produce at subsidized rate at the Kwara State Polytechnic Ilorin on Friday. The State Commissioner for Teritairy Education Dr. Mary Ronke Arinde has maintained that the Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq led administration is making conserted efforts at ensuring adequate food security and excess food supply accross the state  Dr Arinde gave this assurances at the Flag off of the Kwara State Polytechnic Commercial farm products and first tranche of maize sales at subsidized rate at Kwara poly on friday. Dr Arinde applauded the initiative and said that it is in line with present administration's policy thrust to reduce hunger and foster agricultural development in the State.  Dr. Arinde promised government's unwav

• commends Gov's pro-worker stance, labour unions • says both parties prioritise workers' welfare, sustainability In a significant move to enhance the welfare of workers in Kwara State, His Excellency, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has approved the new minimum wage of N70,000 as announced by the Federal Government of Nigeria, according to a state government's statement at the weekend. Signed by the Honourable Commissioner for Finance Dr. Hauwa Nuru, the statement said the approved wage will be implemented across the Kwara State public service, with immediate effect from October 2024. This decision, which includes consequential adjustments to the relevant salary structures, was made after a successful tripartite meeting between government representatives, the leadership of the Organised Labour in Kwara State, — Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Trade Union Congress (TUC), and the Joint Negotiating Council (JNC) — and representatives from the organized private sec

L-R: Director of Information Services, Alh. Olayinka Jimoh Salau; Vice Chairman, Patigi Local Government Council, Hon. Aina Janet; Ministry of Communications Permanent Secretary, Alh. Yahaya Mohammed; Etsu Patigi, Alh. Ibrahim Umar, Bologi II; Director, Personnel, Finance, and Supply, Alhaja Salamat Yahaya Mohammed, and the Speaker of Patigi LG Legislative Council, Alh. Mohammed Alaji Jana during the sensitization visit to the Etsu's palace in Patigi. ... Emirs commend Gov. AbdulRazaq  In its continued efforts to sensitize the public on the challenges associated with annual flooding, the Kwara State Government has taken its sensitization campaign to the riverine communities, urging residents to take appropriate preventive measures.  The State Commissioner for Communications, Hon. Bolanle Olukoju led the sensitization team to the Palaces of the Etsu Patigi, Alh. Ibrahim Umar, Bologi II, and the Emir of Lafiagi, Alh. Mohammed Kudu Kawu to inform them about the government’

The Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice delivering his speech during the anti trafficking day year 2024 today, in his office, being the Chairman: Kwara State Taskforce Committee .       Kwara State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to eradicating human trafficking in the state, to enable citizens live a meaningful life and excercise their fundamental human rights, within and outside the State.  The Attorney General and State Commissioner for Justice and Senior Ibrahim Sulyman Esq. who doubles as the Chairman, Kwara State Taskforce Against Human Trafficking (TAHT), reiterated this today, during a press briefing in commemoration of the European Union Anti Trafficking Day 2024 in his office.  Delivering his speech, the Commissioner reaffirmed government's commitment to partner with Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and other relevant stakeholders, to prevent human trafficking, protect victims and prosecute perpetrators of the evil act.  The Attorney

The Kwara State Government announces the closure of Murtala Muhammed Way (Unity Flyover Lanes) starting on Saturday, October 19, 2024. This closure is necessary to expedite the completion of the ongoing Unity Bridge project, a key initiative under the Urban Renewal Agenda of His Excellency Mallam Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq. The project aims to enhance road networks and stimulate economic growth across the state. The Honourable Commissioner for Works and Transport, Engineer Abdulquawiy Olododo, urges motorists to utilize alternative routes during this period. He reassures residents that the closure has been planned with safety in mind and will ultimately lead to improved travel conditions. Motorists coming from Ibrahim Taiwo Road should use Post Office Road, while those approaching from Offa Garage are advised to take Police Road. Additionally, road users coming from Wahab Folawiyo Unity Road should utilize Obbo Road to reach their destinations. The Commissioner expressed regret

R-L: Commissioner for Youth Development, Hon. Usman Ndanusa; Commissioner for Water Resources, Hon. Usman Yunusa Lade; Director of N-HYPPADEC, Dr. Mahmud Umar Muhammad and Engr. Iliyasu Abdullahi Wara, also from N-HYPPADEC during the courtesy visit. The Kwara State Government has reiterated its resolve to partner with any donor agencies and the federal government to help improve the living standard of the people in the state. The State Commissioner for Water Resources, Hon. Usman Yunusa Lade disclosed this when a delegation from the National Hydroelectric Power Producing Areas Development Commission (N-HYPPADEC) paid him a courtesy visit in his office. The Commissioner used the occasion of the visit to express the commitment of the state government, under the leadership of Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, to a sustainable partnership that will ensure even development in the state. Hon. Lade explained that the present administration had partnered with many donor agencies, both

...Commissioner urges contractors to deliver excellent work The Kwara State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the enhancement of quality roads in the Kwara South senatorial district as part of its urban renewal efforts. The Kwara State Commissioner for Works and Transport, Engr. Abdulquawiy Olododo gave the assurance during an inspection of the ongoing road projects in Kwara South. He was accompanied by Engr. Ladi Yusuf, Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Infrastructure. Olododo emphasized the need to ensure that all projects align with global standards and are delivered in a timely manner. Ongoing road projects in Kwara South Senatorial District. Engr. Olododo urged contractors to stay committed to approved specifications, warning that any lapses in quality would not be tolerated. "Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq is dedicated to building a Kwara where everyone can thrive, which is why he is focused on opening up more roads to enhance pro

The Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Community Development, Hon. Abdullahi Abubakar Bata (Left), Executive Chairman,Oyun Local Government Council, Hon. Akanbi Kamar, inspecting the newly constructed double culvert at Alaya community in Ilemona Ward on the ecological projects execution in Oyun . The Kwara State Government has commended the Executive Chairman of Oyun Local Government Council, Hon. Akanbi Kamar over the ongoing ecological projects in the Council. The Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Community Development, Hon. Abubakar Abdullahi Bata disclosed this in Oyun Local Government Council Area, during his ongoing inspection of ecological projects in all the Councils of the State. He said he was impressed by the performance of the Executive Chairman, knowing fully well that he was yet to be elected when the projects were approved. Hon. Bata who expressed happiness over the execution of the projects, added that all the

The Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Community Development, (Middle) Hon. Abubakar Abdullahi Bata and his team inspecting the newly constructed double culverts with drainage by Ilorin West Local Government Council at Oke - Kudu, Gbagba Area, on the ecological projects execution. The duo of Ilorin West and Ilorin East Local Government Councils have been commended for their choices of people-centered ecological projects with phenomenal positive impacts on their communities. The Kwara State Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Community Development, Hon. Abdullahi Abubakar Bata disclosed this in Ilorin at a separate inspection tour of the ecological projects executed in both Local Governments Areas of the State. Speaking at the ongoing multimillion naira construction of drainage with double culverts at Oke-Kudu, Gbagba Area in Ilorin West, the Commissioner could not hide his excitement over the choices of the projects. He disclosed that the