Kwara State Ministry of Communications

The Commissioner for Finance, Kwara State, Dr. Hauwa Nuru, has highlighted the commitment of the administration of Governor Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, CON, to prudent financial management, transparency, accountability and improved welfare of citizens since assuming office in 2019. Dr. Nuru stated this while receiving an Award of Excellence from the Adeta Primary School Old Pupils Association, in recognition of her contributions to education and support for the association’s community development initiatives. According to the Commissioner, Governor AbdulRazaq, from the beginning of his administration, made sound financial management, transparency and accountability key priorities, with a deliberate commitment to ensuring that the State’s resources are responsibly managed and deployed for the benefit of the people. She explained that the administration has consistently demonstrated that fiscal responsibility must ultimately translate into better welfare, impro...

Kwara State Commissioner for Health, Dr Amina Ahmed El-Imam, has received the Overall Best Performing Commissioner Award in Kwara State at the Kwara Political Awards. The award, which recognised her contributions to the health sector, was received by Dr El-Imam in appreciation of her leadership and the efforts of the Ministry of Health and its agencies towards improving healthcare delivery in the state. In her remarks, Dr El-Imam attributed the recognition to the opportunity and support provided by the administration of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, saying the award was not only a personal achievement but a reflection of the collective efforts of stakeholders across the health sector. She said, “It is not because we are the best. It is because we are lucky, privileged and blessed. We had no choice but to give our absolute best as subsector leaders and as the Commissioner for Health.” Dr El-Imam dedicated the award to Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, whom she described as...

The Acting Head of Service and Permanent Secretary, Service Welfare, Kwara State, Dr. (Mrs.) Olufunke Mercy Shittu, has called on civil servants, youths and the general public to cultivate a strong reading culture as a pathway to knowledge, professional excellence and a safer society. Dr. Shittu made the call on Wednesday, at the 2026 Readers’ Day Celebration held at the Kwara State Library Main Hall, Ilorin, with the theme: “Open a Book, Close the Door Against Insecurity: Reading for Peace and a Safer Nigeria.” The Acting Head of Service, who attended the event alongside Directors and other officials from the Office of the Head of Service, described reading as a lifelong habit capable of broadening the mind, improving communication skills and equipping individuals with the ability to think critically and make informed decisions. She stressed that reading should not be regarded merely as an academic activity or something reserved for examinations, but should become an integ...

  …Bata Praises Ladan for Undertaking People-Oriented Projects The Kwara State Government has commissioned a number of multi-million-naira projects executed by the Ilorin West Local Government Council under the leadership of the Executive Chairman, Hon. Abdulrahman Shehu Ladan. The projects were commissioned on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, on behalf of the State Government by the Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Community Development, Hon. Abubakar Abdullahi Bata, who represented the Executive Governor of Kwara State, Mallam Abdulrahman AbdulRazaq, the Chairman, Nigeria's Governors forum. Speaking during the commissioning exercise, Hon. Bata said the projects were not only about physical infrastructure but also represented the administration's commitment to appreciating the people, responding to their needs and restoring their confidence in government. He said the commissioning was an opportunity to appreciate the people of the benefiting Comm...

The Executive Secretary of the Kwara State Primary Health Care Development Agency (KWSPHCDA), Prof. Nusirat Elelu, has been honoured with the Healthcare Impact Award in recognition of her contributions to strengthening primary healthcare delivery and improving access to quality healthcare services across the state. Prof. Elelu received the award on Wednesday at the 2026 Kwara Political Awards, held at the Starwood 02 Arena, Ola-Olu Area, along Offa Garage, Ilorin. The ceremony was organised by Symbol Magazine and Kwara Alert Newspaper. The organisers said the award was presented in recognition of Prof. Elelu’s leadership and contributions to the advancement of primary healthcare in Kwara State, particularly her efforts to improve the delivery of essential health services and support initiatives aimed at enhancing the wellbeing of residents. The award ceremony, held under the theme, “Honouring AbdulRazaq’s Inspiring Leadership, Building on Kwara’s Gains for Tomor...

The Kwara State Government has employed a former beneficiary of the Children’s Reception Centre (CRC), Bukola Alake Toyin, as an Assistant Education Officer (Special Needs), in recognition of her resilience and academic achievement after years under the care and protection of the State. Her transition from institutional care to professional employment marks a significant milestone in her life and demonstrates the impact of sustained government intervention in the lives of vulnerable children. Alake, who received comprehensive educational support from the State Government from primary school through tertiary education, paid a thank you visit to the Commissioner for Social Development, Hajiya Mariam Nnafatima Imam, PhD, at her office on Tuesday to express her appreciation to the Executive Governor of Kwara State, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, CON, for her appointment. Receiving Alake, the Commissioner described her achievement as a reflection of the State Government’s commit...

  The Kwara State Public Procurement Agency (KW-PPA) has expressed satisfaction with the significant improvements recorded in the procurement processes of the International Vocational, Technical and Entrepreneurship Centre (IVTEC), Ajasse-Ipo, Irepodun Local Government Area of the state. The Agency also praised the Management of the Centre for its record keeping during the 2025 financial year, noting that it was a major shift from past experiences. The commendation was made by the General Manager/Chief Executive Officer of the KW-PPA, QS. Raheem Abdulbaki, while presenting the outcome of the Agency’s 2025 Procurement Processes Review Exercise at the Centre. QS. Abdulbaki said the review revealed noticeable improvements in the procurement processes and procedures of the Centre, particularly in the maintenance and keeping of procurement records. He described the development as commendable, noting that it demonstrated the Centre’s positive response to the need for greater ...

The Kwara State Government has flagged off the distribution of 10,000 improved cocoa seedlings to farmers across the State’s cocoa-producing Local Government Areas. The seedlings, allocated to Kwara State by the Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria (CRIN), are improved planting materials capable of producing their first fruits within 18 months, making them suitable for establishing new cocoa farms and replacing ageing or less productive trees. The Supervising Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Mrs Oloruntoyosi Thomas, flagged-off the distribution at an inauguration ceremony, held in Owa Kajola, Isin Local Government Area, recently. Mrs Thomas who was represented at the event by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mrs. Funke Sokoya, reaffirmed the State Government’s commitment to providing cocoa farmers with quality planting materials. She urged beneficiaries to adopt recommended agronomic practices and give the young plants proper care to ensure healthy...

The Kwara State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting the welfare, development and overall wellbeing of students across the state, while encouraging student leaders to partner with government in advancing policies and programmes that positively impact young people. The Commissioner for Youth Development, Amb. Ndanusa Usman Shehu, stated this when the newly elected executives of the National Association of Kwara State Students (NAKSS), led by the President-elect, Comrade Mohammed Issa Patigi, paid a familiarisation visit to the Ministry of Youth Development in Ilorin. Amb. Shehu emphasised the importance of collaboration between government and student leadership, noting that effective engagement with students remains essential to understanding their needs and developing initiatives that address their concerns. The Commissioner appreciated the Executive Governor of the State, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, CON, for his commitment to youth and student developme...

The Kwara State Government has strengthened its engagement with traditional institutions and community stakeholders in Tsaragi, Edu Local Government Area, as part of ongoing efforts to sustain the improvements in healthcare service delivery and address the health needs of residents across the state. The engagement was highlighted during a working visit by the Kwara State Hospitals Management Board (KW-HMB) to the Palace of the Etsu Tsaragi, Alhaji Aliyu Abdullahi Kpotum, where the Board interacted with the traditional institution, community leaders and youths on healthcare needs, service delivery, and ways of improving residents’ access to quality medical services. The visit, led by the Executive Secretary of the KW-HMB, Dr Abdulraheem Malik, also provided an opportunity for the Board to inspect the Tsaragi Cottage Hospital and assess its infrastructure, equipment, staffing, and capacity to effectively serve the people of Tsaragi and neighbouring communities. Following the ...

• Best in North Central  Kwara, alongside Kaduna and Osun States, has been ranked the three top states on transparency and integrity compliance for 2026. The ranking is contained in a data recently released by Statisense. The assessment ranked states across Nigeria on key Transparency and Integrity Index (TII), including financial transparency, open procurement, control of corruption and citzens' engagement, as well as human resources. At the national level, Kwara stood at 3rd, while Kaduna and Osun ranked 1st and 2nd respectively. Kwara State is the only one from North central to make the top twelve in the report.  It has been said the data demonstrates the transparency and integrity with which the Governor @RealAARahman AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq-led administration has run the government since 2019. Apart from being up to date on annual budget, the administration has instituted citzens' engagement across the three senatorial districts, giving the people a...

Kwara State has solidified its standing as one of Nigeria’s safest regions, ranking 8th nationwide and 2nd in the North Central zone in the latest Security Perception Index (SPI) released by Statisense and NigeriaPolls. According to the July 2026 Security Perception Index, Kwara scored 41.3, placing it comfortably within the top 12 states where citizens feel most secure. The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) led the national chart with a score of 52.1, followed by Lagos State at 48.3. The survey reflects Kwara's status as a peaceful haven in the North Central region, trailing only the FCT in the zone. Nationally, the South West region dominated the ranking with 6 states, followed by the South South (3), North Central (2), and South East (1). Top 12 States Where Nigerians Feel Most Secure (July 2026) 1. FCT - North Central 2. Lagos - South West 3. Ogun - South West 4. Ekiti - South West 5. Osun - South West 6. Ondo - South West 7. Oyo - South West 8. Kwara - North Central ...

The General Manager/Chief Executive Officer of the Kwara State Public Procurement Agency (KW-PPA), QS. Raheem Abdulbaki, has sought the support of stakeholders for the institutionalization and implementation of Annual Procurement Plan across Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to ensure government's plans align with goals of the approved budget of the state. The KW-PPA Boss who gave the indication in Ilorin during a separate visit to the state Commissioner for Planning and Economic Development, Dr (Mrs) Ronke Arinde and the Head of Service, Dr (Mrs) Olufunke Shittu, in their various offices, emphasized that the implementation of the Annual Procurement Plan across MDAs become necessary to ensure that public procurement system continues to work for the benefit of all in the state. Abdulbaki further highlighted the importance of Public Procurement Plan, maintaining that it would improve budget implementation and expenditure management. According to him," Annua...

The Acting Head of Service of Kwara State, Dr. Olufunke Mercy Shittu, has flagged off the 2026 Promotion Evaluation Computer-Based Test (CBT) Examination for civil servants in the State. The examination, which forms part of the 2026 promotion exercise, is designed to assess the knowledge, competence and professional capacity of eligible officers in the Kwara State Public Service. Speaking at the flag-off of the 2026 Promotion Exercise at the Kwara Innovation Hub, Ahmadu Bello Way, Ilorin, on Tuesday, Dr. Shittu urged participants to remain focused, comply with the examination guidelines, and approach the exercise with seriousness and confidence. She stressed the importance of professionalism, discipline and continuous learning in the public service. The Acting Head of Service assured that the promotion exercise would be conducted in accordance with established rules and procedures, and wished all candidates success. Also speaking, the Chairman of the Kwara State Civil Servi...

The Kwara State Ministry of Women Affairs and the United Nations Population Funds (UNFPA) has conducted a Gender Based Violence Case Information Management System (GBVCIMS) review and validation exercise in a bid to strengthen Gender Based Violence (GBV) data collection in the state. Speaking at the validation exercise held on Monday at the Ministry, the Commissioner for Women Affairs, Chief (Mrs) Opeyemi Oluwakemi Afolashade, stated that the exercise aligns with the policy and strategic vision of the Governor, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, to institutionalize frameworks that protect the vulnerable groups, eliminate GBV and safeguard human dignity of the people in the state. The Commissioner noted that the exercise was aimed at strengthening participants’ capacity in data collection and improving the reporting system on GBV, urging participants to make use of the tools developed by the Ministry to ensure adequate data collection. Emphasizing the importance of data collecti...

The Acting Head of Service of Kwara State, Dr. Olufunke Mercy Shittu, has assured the Kwara State Public Procurement Agency (KW-PPA) of the Office of the Head of Service’s full support for the institutionalisation of Annual Procurement Plans across Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) of the State. Dr. Shittu gave the assurance yesterday when she received the management team of KW-PPA, led by its General Manager/Chief Executive Officer, QS. Raheem Abdulbaki, on a working visit to the Office of the Head of Service. Dr. Shittu commended KW-PPA for the initiative, describing it as a laudable development that would reduce unnecessary delays and the back-and-forth associated with budget and procurement processes. She noted that institutionalising annual procurement planning would make procurement activities across MDAs more proactive and systematic rather than reactive, and assured the agency of the Office of the Head of Service’s full support. Dr. Shittu also appreciated...

‎ The ‎Kwara State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the successful implementation and sustainability of the Duku Lade Irrigation Scheme under the Sustainable Power and Irrigation Project for Nigeria (SPIN). ‎ The Commissioner for Water Resources, Hon. Usman Yunusa Lade, stated this recently at a stakeholders’ engagement meeting with the SPIN team from Abuja and representatives of the Duku-Lade community in Patigi Local Government Area, held at the Ministry’s Conference Room in Ilorin. ‎ ‎The Commissioner, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Mrs. Christiana Omolola Asonibare, said that the presence and participation of members of the Duku Lade community was a demonstration of their readiness to support the project and contribute to its success, explaining that the constitution of the Grievance Redress Mechanism Committee (GRM) for the programme will enhance unity and progress of the project. ‎ ‎Speaking during the exercise, the SPIN Environmental Speci...

In a Landmark move to achieve universal health coverage and secure sustainable, qualitative healthcare for its workforce, the Kwara State Government has commenced the implementation of the State Health Insurance Scheme for civil servants, with the statutory 2% contribution from workers, reflected in the September 2026 salary payroll. Under the arrangement, the 2% contribution deducted from the salaries of State civil servants will be matched by an additional two per cent counterpart contribution from the Kwara State Government, creating a 50:50 cost-sharing model, for the financing of healthcare services. The initiative is designed to provide sustainable access to quality healthcare for State workers while reducing the financial burden associated with out-of-pocket medical expenses. The scheme provides health insurance coverage for enrolled civil servants, as well as up to 5 dependents below the age of 18, and dependent students under their direct care. The contributions fr...

The Kwara State Government has charged traffic regulatory officers in the state to uphold Integrity, diligence and professionalism in the discharge of their duties, warning against any form of illegal conduct along the state’s road corridors. The Commissioner for Transportation, Hon. Lafia Aliyu Korasabi, gave the charge during a management meeting held yesterday, at his office in Ilorin. Korasabi expressed concern over persistent allegations circulating on social media against some officers of the Kwara State Road Traffic Management Agency, particularly allegations bordering on monetary exploitation, overbearing conduct and excessive use of power against commercial motorists, tricycle and motorcycle operators. He emphasised that officers deployed to traffic control points must remain focused on their primary responsibilities of maintaining orderliness, decongesting traffic and ensuring the free flow of vehicles. The Commissioner further directed that enforcement against tr...

The Kwara State Government has opened bids for the procurement of goods under the Kwara State Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) Project’s intervention designed to enhance job creation, support emerging entrepreneurs and contribute to poverty reduction across the State. The bid-opening exercise, which was held at the Conference Room of the Kwara-SAPZ Coordination Office, brought together bidders, stakeholders, representatives of non-governmental organisations and others as part of the government’s commitment to ensuring transparency and accountability in the implementation of the project. Speaking during the bid-opening exercise, the State project Coordinator, Kwara State Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) Project, Engr. Dr. Busari Toyin Isiaka, explained that the intervention alignesq with the broader objectives of the project bordering on the promotion of employment, youth empowerment, entrepreneurship development and poverty reduction. Represent...