Kwara State Ministry of Communications

 ... 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...

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...

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 ...

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...

…Reaffirms Commitment to OVC programmes in the state. The Kwara State Government has begun  Needs Assessment Exercise across the three Senatorial Districts in the state and reaffirmed its commitment to Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) programmes, while noting that the mandate of the Ministry of Women Affairs is to ensure the overall well-being of children and women, regardless of their vulnerability. The Commissioner for Women Affairs, Chief (Mrs.) Afolashade Oluwakemi Opeyemi, made this known recently at the Palace of the  Oloro of Oro-Ago, Oba Olanrewaju Johnson Dada, at the Needs Assessment for OVC in Oro-Ago, Ifelodun Local Government Area, a beneficiary of the programme. Chief Afolashade, who was represented by the Controller, Finance and Account (CFA) of the Ministry, Mr Shittu Rasaq, noted that "in every society, there are always people who might not be financially stable and it is because of children who fall into this category that we are here today....

The Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) has visited Kwara with a high powered delegation, including participants from the public and private sectors to strengthen the business environment for sustainable reforms in Kwara State. In a technical workshop  organised by the State Government to  enlighten stakeholders during a town hall meeting, aimed at strengthening existing collaborations on the State Action Business Enabling Reforms (SABER), yesterday, it was agreed that effective collaboration among stakeholders would spur the State to greater development.   Attendees included members of the State Executive Council; local government Chairmen and Vice Chairmen; PEBEC Director General, Princess Zahrah Mustapha Audu, represented by Mr Shima Kennedy; Chairman, Judicial Committee on Small Claims Court, Justice Ibijoke Olawoyin; members of the State Ease of Doing Business Council (EODBC); representative of the Nigeria Export Promotion Coun...

In a bid to live up to its agenda of economic inclusion through collaborative partnerships, Kwara State Social Investment Programme (KWASSIP) has planned to partner with SUREMech, a leading automobile repair and maintenance platform, stating that this initiative aligns with the vision of the Governor, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON, known for his youth-friendly policies.  The General Manager, KWASSIP, Dr Abdulwasiu Tejidini, said this recently while welcoming the representatives from SUREMech, who paid a courtesy visit to his office. The General Manager expressed his enthusiasm about the potential partnership, saying, "We are excited about the prospect of collaborating with SUREMech to equip our youths with valuable skills. This partnership has the potential to make a significant impact on the lives of our beneficiaries and contribute to the state's economic development.” Dr Tejidini pledged his unalloyed support towards the project, adding that his door is alwa...

In an effort to promote gender sensitivity and effective grievance handling mechanisms, the Kwara Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (KWACReSAL) has recently organised a five-day training of trainers capacity workshop on Grievance Redress Mechanisms (GRM) and Gender Based Violence (GBV) for its staff and stakeholders across the 16 local government areas of the State. The workshop, which was facilitated by the Centre for Nonviolence and Gender Advocacy in Nigeria (CENGAIN) held at the Somewatt Fresh Hotels in Ilorin, the State Capital. The workshop was aimed to strengthening GRM and GBV reporting systems in Kwara State, particularly within the ACReSAL Project. Speaking at the opening ceremony, the  Commissioner of Environment and Chairman State Steering Committee for ACReSAL, Hajia Nafisat Musa-Buge, described the training as essential for the implementation of the World Bank-supported project, noting that the Bank prioritises gender sensitivity and inclusi...

The Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development in Kwara State, Dr. Afees Abolore Alabi, has described Kwara as a naturally endowed State with immense potential for agricultural growth, stating that beyond civil service, agriculture remains the most viable pillar of the State’s economy. Dr. Abolore made these remarks while addressing participants during a technical session and townhall meeting organized under the State Action on Business Enabling Reforms (SABER) initiative in collaboration with the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC). The engagement focused on strengthening ease of doing business and unlocking sectoral opportunities. “Kwara is largely blessed in all that concerns agriculture. Our arable land, favorable climate, and strategic location between the North and South give the State a clear competitive edge in agricultural enterprise,” he stated. The Commissioner lauded the Governor of Kwara State, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, for h...

The Managing Director of the Kwara Garment Factory, Hajia Bukola Adedeji, has extended a call for strategic partnerships with both public and private sector stakeholders, as she showcased the Factory’s alignment with the ease of doing business principles during her presentation at the State Action on Business Enabling Reforms (SABER) Technical Session and Statewide Townhall Meeting. The event, held in collaboration with the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC), took place on Monday at the Kwara State Innovation Hub, Ilorin. During her presentation, Hajia Adedeji described the Kwara Garment Factory as a model for sub-national industrialization, made possible by the enabling environment championed by the administration of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, the Executive Governor of Kwara State. “Permit me to stand on the existing protocol,” she began. “It is a privilege to share the story of a homegrown enterprise that reflects the results of deliberate in...