Kwara State Ministry of Communications

The Kwara State Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development wishes to inform farmers that the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecasted a series of thunderstorms across parts of Kwara State from Tuesday through Thursday, especially during afternoon and evening hours. Farmers are advised to take necessary precautions, as strong winds may precede the rains. Activities in open fields should be limited during periods of lightning, and electrical appliances should be disconnected when not in use. Caution is also advised around trees and unstable structures during heavy downpours. In a related development, the Ministry reminds farmers that, according to NiMet’s earlier seasonal climate prediction, Kwara is now entering its official planting season, which typically begins in the first or second week of May. With current rainfall patterns aligning with these projections, this is a favourable window for the commencement of planting activities. To ensure a productive se...

As part of efforts to reduce maternal and child morbidity and mortality in Kwara State, the State Government has provided free delivery kits for pregnant women in 193 Primary Health Care Facilities, restating its commitment to the provision of quality and affordable health care service delivery across the State irrespective of geographical locations. The Executive Secretary, Kwara State Primary Health Care Development Agency, Prof. Nusirat Elelu, disclosed this while addressing Newsmen over the weekend, in her office.  Prof. Elelu noted that Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq’s administration prioritizes the health of women and children, thus, it will continue to ensure pregnancy and childbirth remain safe for women and children, adding that this is coming as the State is making available free delivery kits across all 193-apex Primary Health Care (PHC) centres in each ward in Kwara State. The Executive Secretary stressed that the provision of clean delivery kits is an esse...

The Kwara State Government has again reiterated commitments to childcare and protection in the state, warning it will not take lightly issues inimical to the protection and safeguard the welfare of Kwara children. The state Commissioner for Women Affairs, Mrs Afolashade Justina Oluwakemi Opeyemi made stated this in Ilorin today, during the inauguration of the State Technical Working Groups on Alternative Care for Children in Kwara State, at the conference room of the ministry. Hon. Afolashade disclosed that the National Guidelines for the Alternative Care of Children in Nigeria is a national document, which was developed to provide harmonized standards and guidance for the care and protection of children. While inaugurating the technical group, she reiterated that it was a step in the right direction, affirming it will go a long way in preserving the glorious future of Kwara children. Hon Afolashade further elaborated that the Ministry is saddled with the responsibility of ...

The Kwara State Commissioner for Works, Engr. Abdulquawiy Olododo, has welcomed the newly appointed Permanent Secretary, Mr Anthony Gana Abu to the ministry, urging the staff to engage in team work by giving him maximum cooperation,  as he officially resumed duty in the ministry. Engr. Olododo made the call during the week at the welcome ceremony of the new Permanent Secretary, held at the Ministry’s conference room. The Commissioner described Mr. Abu’s appointment as a step in the right direction, adding that his wealth of experience and administrative insight would further strengthen the Ministry operations. “I am delighted to welcome the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Antony Gana Abu to the Ministry. “His appointment is timely, and I have no doubt that he will work to advance Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq’s vision, especially in the delivery of quality infrastructure across the State.” The Commissioner urged staff at all levels to embrace unity, professionalism and teamw...

The Kwara State Government has reiterated its unwavering dedication to promoting gender equity, economic empowerment, and the protection of women's rights across the State.​ This affirmation was made on Monday by the Commissioner for Finance, Dr. Hauwa Nuru, during her keynote address at the FinXperience 2.0 conference held at the University of Ilorin. The event, themed "Women in Finance: Breaking Barriers and Promoting Gender Equity," brought together finance students, industry professionals, and stakeholders to discuss the pivotal role of women in the financial sector.​ Dr. Nuru highlighted the significant strides Kwara State has made under the leadership of His Excellency, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, in fostering an environment that supports and uplifts women. She emphasized that the State's commitment is evident in its policies and appointments that prioritize gender inclusion.​ "Kwara State is proud to witness a dynamic wave of female leader...

The Ilorin Women Association has officially commenced the distribution of books and educational materials to public primary schools across four Local Government Areas within the Ilorin Emirate. This initiative aims to enhance the quality of teaching and learning in the region's foundational education sector.​ The flag-off ceremony took place on Monday at the Karuma Primary LGEA School in Ilorin, where the Commissioner for Finance, Dr. Hauwa Nuru, delivered a goodwill message. She reaffirmed the government's unwavering commitment to improving learning outcomes and fostering educational development throughout the State.​ Dr. Nuru commended the Ilorin Women Association for their proactive role in supporting public education. "This gesture aligns seamlessly with the government's dedication to empowering our pupils through education—the most potent tool for societal advancement," she stated. "By investing in the education of our children, we are laying...

The National Board for Arabic and Islamic Studies (NBAIS) Zone 5,  Kwara State has sought for Government support through provision of more funds for the State Arabic Education Board and Scholarships for Arabic and Islamic Studies Students in the State. This was made known today at the office of the  Kwara State Head of Service during a courtesy visit to the Office by the Head of Quality Assurance of the National Board for Arabic and Islamic Studies, Zone 5, Mallam Saleem Sulaiman Jamiu. Sulaiman solicited that the State Government should issue a directive to all State Government establishments on the need to recognise and accept the Senior Arabic and Islamic Secondary School Certificate Examination (SAISSCE) which is conducted by the National Board for Arabic and islamic Studies like other Senior Secondary School certificates like GCE, SSCE among others.  In her response, the  Permanent Secretary Service Welfare, Dr. (Mrs) Olufunke Mercy Shittu  said...

The Kwara State Government has reiterated its commitment to addressing emerging security challenges through a comprehensive and multi-pronged approaches to curb the menace.  This was disclosed by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Prof. Mamman Saba Jibril while welcoming participants of the Senior Course 47 of the Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Jaji, who are currently on a study tour of Kwara State. Prof. Saba noted that while Kwara has long been regarded as one of the most peaceful states in Nigeria, it is not immune to the growing security threats affecting some parts of the country. He emphasized that the state government was proactively deploying a range of strategies to address these challenges. “Here in Kwara, while we have enjoyed relative peace and stability, we are not exempted from emerging threats such as rural banditry, farmer-herder clashes, youth restiveness, and the infiltration of criminal elements into peri-urban areas,” Saba stated. ...

Kwara State Government has reaffirmed its commitments to opening more communities for development and positioning the state for greater global impact through strategic infrastructural investments. The Honorable Commissioner for Works, Engr. Abdulquawiy Olododo, gave this assurance on Wednesday, while presenting the Ministry’s scorecard at the Q1 2025 Ministerial Press Briefing, held at the Conference Room of the Finance Ministry, in Ilorin, the state capital. According to the Commissioner, 46 projects were ongoing as at the last quarter of 2024, out of which 33 have been fully completed, with 11 projects currently ongoing into the new quarter, adding that 24 new road projects have been awarded in year 2025 alone, with 6 of them already completed. Olododo highlighted the ongoing construction work of Agbamu–Ila-Orangun road, describing it as a vital inter-state route, aimed at stimulating economic activity which enhances access between Kwara and Osun States.  He disclosed...

Kwara State Government has pledged to have solid partnership with investors, with the aim of identifying the abundance of mineral's resources in the State, to further give a boost to her Internally Generated Revenue.  The Honourable Commissioner, Ministry of Solid Minerals Development, Chief (Mrs) Abosede Bureimoh, made this known on Wednesday, at the first quarterly 2025 Inter-Ministerial Press Briefing, organized by the Kwara State Ministry of Communications, held at the conference room of the Finance Ministry , Ilorin. According to the Commissioner, the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development has also sought for a robust collaboration with Kwara Internal Revenue Services on ways to enhance revenue generation through haulage collections. She reaffirmed the need to partner with the Petroleum Environment and Solid Minerals Degradation Awareness Association (PESMDAA), to sensitize relevant stakeholders on the elimination of land degradation and irregularities in the solid minerals se...