Kwara State Ministry of Communications

The Kwara State Government has expressed satisfaction with the smooth and orderly conduct of the General Mathematics paper in the ongoing West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASCE) held across the state on Tuesday. The Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Dr. Lawal Olohungbebe, expressed his satisfaction during a monitoring visit to selected secondary schools in Oyun and Offa Local Government Areas. Dr. Olohungbebe described the coordination and discipline witnessed during the General Mathematics examination as “highly commendable”, especially when compared to the conduct of the English Language examination held on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, urging the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) to maintain and improve on this standard in subsequent papers. Addressing the students, the Commissioner encouraged them to maintain integrity throughout the examination period and beyond and advised them to stay away from any form of malpractice that...

The Kwara State Government has reiterated its strong commitment to improving oral health across the state, describing it as a vital component of general wellbeing.  Commissioner for Health, Dr Amina Ahmed El-Imam, reiterated this during the opening ceremony of a three day free oral health outreach, organized by the State Health Ministry in partnership with Pharma Decko PLC at Kwara State University Teaching Hospital (KWASUTH), Ilorin, during the week.  The Commissioner who was represented by Director of Public Health, Dr. Oluwatosin Fakayode, described oral health as a frequently overlooked but essential aspect of healthcare. “Oral health is the cornerstone of overall health, yet it is often neglected, Poor oral hygiene contributes to several non-communicable diseases, though its effects are gradual and often unnoticed until they become serious. That’s why this outreach is timely and essential,” El-Imam said.  She applauded Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq for ...

In a bid to strengthen social protection systems in the state, the Kwara State Government has sought partnership with the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian and Poverty Reduction, saying this will also boost opportunities for the vulnerable population in the state. The State Commissioner for Social Development, Hajia Mariam Nnafatima Imam PhD, sought the partnership recently during a familiarisation visit to the office of the Honourable Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, in Abuja. While disclosing that the visit was embarked upon to complement the state government’s commitments to ensuring social protection of the citizenry, the Commissioner added that it was also meant to acquaint the Federal Ministry with the routine of the State Ministry of Social Development so as to foster collaboration to effectively achieve its mandate. "The primary objective of this engagement is to formally introduce the Ministry’s ongoing initiatives...

L–R: General Manager, UniPrime Innovation Limited, Ibrahim Mukhtar Afonja; CEO, UniPrime Innovation Limited, Taofiq Atoyebi; Commissioner for Youth Development, Amb. Ndanusa Usman Shehu; Director of Youth Development, Alhaji Abdulsalam Akeem; Director of Planning, Alhaji Abdulkareem Sheidu; and others during a courtesy visit by UniPrime Innovation Limited to the Ministry in Ilorin, today. In a bid to foster innovation and economic empowerment among young entrepreneurs, UniPrime Innovation Limited has visited the Kwara State Ministry of Youth Development to begin a promising dialogue focused on youth development and entrepreneurial growth in the State. The Commissioner for Youth Development, Ambassador Ndanusa Usman Shehu, who received the team in his office today, reaffirmed the government's commitment to supporting initiatives aimed at ensuring youth advancement. Amb. Ndanusa Usman Shehu expressed appreciation for the initiative and commended UniPrime for its proactive approach to...

...Urges passengers to shun illegal parks as festivities approach As the Eid al-Kabir festivities approach, the Kwara State Government has urged transporters to avoid reckless driving to ensure the safety of commuters, calling for maximum caution against acts that could hinder peaceful celebrations. The Kwara State Commissioner for Transportation, Hon. Lafia Aliyu Korasabi, who emphasised that reckless driving could lead to devastating consequences including the loss of lives and property, advised transporters to promote a culture of responsible driving and reduce the incidence of road accidents. He said Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq places a high premium on the safety of the citizens of the State and called for the cooperation of all transporters to complement government efforts by obeying traffic rules and regulations. Korasabi warned against overloading, overspeeding, and the use of vehicles without adequate roadworthiness, among other traffic violations, which sometimes cause roa...

L–R: Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Community Development, Hon. Abdullahi Abubakar Bata; an Army officer; Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mrs Iyabo Modupe Adekeye; and Executive Chairman of Kaiama, Hon. Abubakar Abdullahi Danladi, assessing the newly constructed motorised borehole for the use of security personnel at the Kaiama Council Area, Monday.  • Gov AbdulRazaq’s security interventions impactful • Baruten, Kaiama execute people-oriented projects The Kwara State Government has once again rated all Local Government Councils highly in the execution of impactful, people-oriented projects in their respective Councils, ensuring that dividends of democracy reach the grassroots. The Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Community Development, Hon. Abdullahi Abubakar Bata, stated this during the completion of the phase one inspection of projects executed by all Local Government Councils at the Baruten and Kaiama Council Secretariat...

The Kwara State Residents Registration Agency (KWASRRA) has advised all State pensioners who did not receive their May 2025 pension payments to lodge their complaints via SMS, stating that there is no need to visit the agency’s office physically. This follows multiple complaints from affected pensioners after the disbursement of May pensions. To ensure swift resolution, KWASRRA has introduced a simple and secure SMS-based process. Affected pensioners are advised to send the following information via SMS only to the dedicated number 08032059986 : Full Name Verification Number Pension Number Account Number and Bank Name National Identification Number (NIN) KWASRRA SSID Number Pensioners who may have misplaced or lost their KWASRRA SSID can retrieve it online by visiting www.kwasrra.ng/register/validate and entering their National Identification Number (NIN). This will enable quick access to the SSID required for processing. KWASRRA reiterates that there is no need for physical visits to...

Commissioner for Youth Development, Amb. Ndanusa Usman Shehu (left), with Nigerian Air Force officers during the route march at the Officers' Mess, Adewole Estate, Ilorin. In a show of solidarity and collaboration between the Kwara State Government and the Nigerian Armed Forces, the Commissioner for Youth Development, Ambassador Ndanusa Usman Shehu, joined personnel of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) in a 10-kilometre route march on Saturday morning in Ilorin. Organised by the NAF, the fitness exercise was designed to promote physical endurance, combat readiness, discipline, and team spirit among officers. Ambassador Ndanusa’s participation underscored Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq’s commitment to fostering youth engagement and strengthening civil-military relations in the state. Speaking after the exercise, the Commissioner commended the Air Force for its professionalism and dedication to national service. He described his participation as symbolic of the state government's str...

Commissioner for Finance, Dr. Hauwa Nuru, going around the vendors to assess the quality of local Kampala and other goods at the Naija Brand Chick Trade Fair held at the Government House Banquet Hall, Ilorin. The Kwara State Government has restated its commitment to creating an enabling environment for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to thrive, in line with Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq’s strategic vision for inclusive economic growth. This commitment was underscored by the Commissioner for Finance, Dr. Hauwa Nuru, during the ‘Naija Brand Chick Trade Fair’ held at the Government House Banquet Hall in Ilorin. The two-day event, supported by the State Government and sponsored by Wema Bank, aims to bolster local entrepreneurship and stimulate economic activity within the state. Dr. Nuru emphasized that the trade fair serves as a platform to connect entrepreneurs with potential customers, thereby enhancing market access, a critical factor for business expansion and sustainab...

In a bid to further reduce the maternal and neonatal mortality rate across the state, the Kwara State Government through the Kwara State Primary Health Care Development Agency, with support from United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and other partners, has commenced a 10-Day intensive training for 50 frontline healthcare workers across the 16 Local Government Areas of the state.  The Executive Secretary, Kwara State Primary Health Care Development Agency, Prof. Nusirat Elelu, stated this recently during the official opening ceremony of the 10-Day training, which commenced on Monday 26th May, 2025 and will end on Wednesday, 4th June, 2025, at Peace Hotel and Suites, Tanke, Ilorin.  The Executive Secretary noted that the training will ensure that all participants improve their knowledge on emergency obstetrics and newborn care, which is a testament to the state government’s commitment to increase the indices of quality services to the citizens. Prof. Elelu disclose...