Kwara Gov approves multisectoral palliatives to cushion fuel subsidy removal
•Okays 100% CONMESS for doctors, allowances for nurses
•Workers get monthly cash support, cash backing for promotions, staggered working days
•Eight years after, AbdulRazaq restores steps for SUBEB…
The Kwara State Government in its efforts to tackle insecurity in the state mobilized military personnel that busted kidnappers' hideouts in parts of Ekiti and Oke-Ero Local Government Areas.
Kwara State Technical Committee on COVID-19 sadly confirms two seperate cases of COVID-19 in the state. One is the wife of the UITH patient, a UK returnee, who died last Thursday and the other is another UK returnee.
Governor
@RealAARahman
has described as shocking and sad the deaths of prominent Muslim preacher Sheikh Abdulganiy Dhu Nurayn Aboto al-Adaby and some other yet-to-be-identified persons in an auto crash reportedly in the early hours of Friday.
The Kwara State Government has received a total of N3,758,459,535.68 (three billion, seven hundred and fifty eight million, four hundred and fifty nine thousand, five hundred and thirty five naira, and sixty eight kobo) as allocation for the month of August.
SUBSIDY REMOVAL: KWSG opens portal for students' palliative
His Excellency, the Governor of Kwara State Mallam
@RealAARahman
has approved payment of fuel subsidy removal palliative to undergraduate students of Kwara State origin in public-owned tertiary institutions in Nigeria.…
Kwara State Governor
@RealAARahman
accompanies President-elect Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his wife Senator Oluremi Tinubu to the venue of the collection of the President-elect's Certificate of Return from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Abuja.
Governor
@RealAARahman
has signed all the certificates of occupancy (C of Os) that had been pending since 2016, a giant step that is certain to help businesses to raise capital from banks and strengthen the local economy.
KWARA STATE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
VACANCIES ANNOUNCEMENT
Applications are hereby invited from suitable qualified candidates to fill the limited vacant position in the following Ministries, Department and Agencies in the Kwara State Civil Service.
24-year-old Kaosarah named Kwara’s SSA Youths Engagement
•As Gov appoints Special Adviser Women Affairs
Kwara State Governor
@RealAARahman
has named 24-year-old Adeyi Kaosarah as his Senior Special Assistant on Youth Engagement, a statement said on Tuesday.
Kwara garment factory opens link for 300 new vacancies
•application closes Friday Jan 19
Kwara Garment Factory has announced vacancies for 300 new vacancies for production workers.
The job openings include designers, cutters, embroiders, machine operators, sewing machine…
Security sweep continues in Osi area of Ekiti Local Government to continue to check criminal elements from gaining foothold in any part of Kwara State.
Jobs Creation: Kwara Garment Factory Ready For Commissioning
The Kwara State Garment Factory is one of the legacy projects of Governor
@RealAARahman
which will place the State on the map and make it a go-to place for garment production in the country.
The Kwara State Government under the leadership of Governor
@RealAARahman
has revived the state-owned television station, Kwara TV after a long absence off air.
VIDEO: As Garment Factory Production Village set to begin operation, the
@RealAARahman
-led Kwara State Government has commenced testing of machines and equipment.
The project will provide job opportunities to the residents of Kwara State. It will also increase the Internal…
Governor
@RealAARahman
has refurbished the state’s oxygen plant, over nine years after it last functioned at usable capacity. The revamped facility bolsters Kwara’s capabilities to manage
#COVID
ー19 patients who may require ventilators for a lifeline.
#Covid19KwaraUpdate
PHOTO NEWS: The Construction of Township Hall Road, Igbaja by the AbdulRazaq-led Kwara State Government nears completion with the commencement of asphalt laying today.
The project which is part of Governor
@RealAARahman
’s rural-urban renewal initiative will enhance economic…
The distribution of government’s palliatives began in Ilorin East Local Government on Sunday, with community representatives of the 12 wards in the council directly taking custody of the food stuffs.
KWARA STATE GOVERNMENT REDUCES WORKDAYS TO THREE FOR THE STATE PUBLIC SERVANTS
The Kwara State Government has approved a temporary palliative measure to bring some ease to workers following the removal of petrol subsidy by the Federal Government.
For the first time in seventeen (17) years
@KwaraUnitedFC
tops Nigeria Professional Football League table after its promotion from the second division, thanks to the unrelenting efforts of Governor
@RealAARahman
whose huge investment in sports has put Kwara on the map again.
Kwara State Government has received 1,800 bags of 50kg bags of rice and 700 pieces of 25 litres of vegetable oil as its share of the Federal Government’s palliatives, a statement said on Sunday.
2024 JOBS ALERT IN KWARA
Dear Kwarans,
The Kwara State Education Trust Fund is looking to expand its team and we want YOU to be a part of it!
Are you passionate about making a difference in education? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where innovation and collaboration…
Kwara state Governor, H.E
@RealAARahman
got a standing ovation from Nigerian women led by the First Lady
@aishambuhari
at 4th VOW conference & Awards in Abuja.
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Wednesday congratulated Professor Ibrahim Gambari on his appointment as the Chief of Staff to President Muhammadu Buhari (
@MBuhari
), calling it a befitting development that is rooted in dedication, loyalty, and history.
AbdulRazaq picks 41-year-old multimedia czar for Kwara TV job
Kwara State Governor
@RealAARahman
has appointed a multimedia guru Olatunde Michaels Oyeyiola as the new General Manager of the Kwara Television, a step meant to turn around the state’s official broadcaster.
Minister of Communications and Digital Economy
@DrIsaPantami
has urged Nigerian governors to emulate their Kwara State counterpart AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq over the recent reduction of the Right of Way (RoW) charges for telecommunication companies.
Following the confirmation of two cases of
#COVID19
in Offa, the government is compelled to effect a total shutdown of the ancient town to contain community transmission and save people’s lives. This shutdown will become effective at 6pm local time on Wednesday April 8th
Governor
@RealAARahman
has congratulated the
#LondonToLagos
Biker, Kunle Adeyanju, on the completion of his 41-day journey to raise awareness and funds for
#EndPolio
campaign in Africa.
Kwara State Government has announced partial relaxation of the lockdown in the state to align with the national policy of gradual reopening of the economy, but warned that the measures do not mean the country is out of the danger.
Governor
@RealAARahman
has directed authorities of the Kwara State Polytechnic Ilorin to allow all students of the institution to write their examinations whether or not they have paid their tuition fees.
Kwara State overnment has approved the fumigation of our markets and other specific places. 200 fumigating machines have been purchased for this purpose. This should begin latest April 2, 2020 to decontaminate these places.
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Kwara State Government on Thursday announced a total lockdown on the state in a renewed effort to contain the spread of Corona Virus (COVID-19), exactly 48 hours after it took a similar step in Offa local government.
Governor
@RealAARahman
today presented preloaded ATM cards to 2,300 victims of recent rainstorm in Ilorin, the state capital.
The sum of N25,000, N50,000 and N100,000 respectively were presented to each victim depending on the extent of the damage they suffered.
Kwara tertiary schools resume Jan. 11
·Basic schools Jan 18
Tertiary institutions in Kwara State are to resume on January 11, 2021 under adherence to COVID-19 safety protocols, according to a government statement on Friday.
KWSG Clears Outstanding NBC Fee
The Kwara State Government has settled the ₦22.5Million outstanding Licence Fee to the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) which accumulated since 2006.
Kwara Gov dissolves cabinet, thanks ex-members
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has dissolved his cabinet with effect from December 31, 2020, a statement said late Sunday.
KWSG okays opening of Tanke Flyover for Unilorin Convocation
•Deploys massive traffic officers
•Bridge opens Monday Oct 16, closes again October 24
The BABATUNDE Idiagbon Flyover Bridge at Tanke will be open for use from Monday, October 16th, and close again on Tuesday,…
The underlisted road projects spread across the state have been constructed by the
@RealAARahman
administration:
1. Construction and repair of Box culvert at Pampo Town, Asa LG
2. Construction & repair of Box culvert at Pampo Town, Asa LG
3. Grading of Alapa to Arobadi Asa LG
Ongoing: The dualization of Wahab Folawiyo (Unity) Road, Ilorin nears completion.
The upgrading of the road exemplifies Governor
@RealAARahman
's dedication to urban renewal and infrastructure enhancement in Kwara State.
These initiatives will contribute significantly to the…
Kwara State Governor has fulfilled his promise to urgently upgrade the damaged Taiwo Road in Omu Aran town from surface dressing to asphalt overlay, exactly one week after H.E
@RealAARahman
attended the town’s annual get-together where appeals were made for the road.
#Iseya
PROJECT UPDATE: This is the 3D design of the ongoing Unity flyover, showing the beautiful transformation of the community and the promises of reduced travel time, pleasurable commuting experience, and improved economy in the capital city. Amongst other things, Kwara is shaping up…
“Finally, Kwarans, this is no time to panic. The Government will do everything to keep you safe. But we also need you to play your own role. Stay at home. Keep social distancing. Avoid crowd. Prioritise personal hygiene. And please do not spread unverified news.” — Gov AbdulRazaq
Kwara State has been ranked first and the only State with a majority of women in its cabinet.
This is one of the several reasons the United Nations conferred Governor
@RealAARahman
with the ‘HeforShe’ award, for his efforts and cabinet picks,
The AbdulRazaq led Kwara state Government in continuation of its rural-urban renewal initiative is carrying out interlock project at Ita Kudimo, Ile Kobe, Ode Isowo in Pakata area of Ilorin west local government.
#Isenlo
Kwara State Government has received a total of N3,516,975,521.40 (three billion, five hundred and sixteen million, nine hundred and seventy five thousand, five hundred and twenty one naira, forty kobo) as net monthly allocation for the month of October.
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Governor
@RealAARahman
with a heavy heart joins Muslim faithfuls at the Janazah prayer of Sheikh Abdul-Ganiyy Aboto Al-Adaby at Ansarul-Islam Okekere, in Ilorin, on Sunday.
Kwara Farmers who can identify themselves with any registered farming associations are allowed to go to their farms during the total lockdown the government has declared to prevent the spread of Corona Virus in the state, a statement said early Saturday.
Fuel Subsidy Removal: Kwara State Governor
@RealAARahman
CON has approved a cash support of N10,000 as palliatives for every public sector worker in the state, which will begin this month (July) and last until a new minimum wage is introduced to enable workers cope with the…
GOVERNOR ABDULRAHMAN REAPPOINTS AJAKAIYE AS SPOKEPERSON
The Executive Governor of Kwara State, H.E. Mallam
@RealAARahman
has approved the reappointment of Mr. Rafiu Ajakaiye as the Chief Press Secretary (CPS).
Kwara State has dedicated a whole ministry to enterprise as part of its larger strategies to grow businesses, encourage creativity, create more jobs and widen revenue generation base of the state.
To achieve food security, sustainable growth, and create jobs, Governor
@RealAARahman
will be flagging off the distribution of tractors, ploughs, harrows, and ridgers to farm clusters and farmlands at subsidized rates as part of its strategies to strengthen extensive scale…
Abdulrazaq congratulates Kwarans on Eid celebrations
•Seeks God’s blessings for state, Nigeria
Kwara State Governor
@RealAARahman
has congratulated the Muslim community on the completion of Ramadan and the dawn of Eid-el-fitri.
UPDATE ON ANTI-KIDNAP OPERATION AND CONFIDENCE BUILDING IN KWARA STATE
Locations patrolled:
a. Iludun Ekiti
b. Osi
c. Oke-Opin
d. Obbo-Ile
Situation: Calm
The Flower Garden: A one-time den of criminality has become a go-to beautiful recreation centre for people of Kwara state courtesy of the efforts of Governor
@RealAARahman
CON.
Phase 1 of the project has given a facelift to the garden as a green area for relaxation and healthy…
2024 Jobs Alert: Below are some of the projects which will yield more jobs for Kwara youths this year in line with the vision of Governor
@RealAARahman
CON
1. Visual Arts Centre
2. Garment Factory
3. Innovation Hub
4. Flower Garden
5. Table Tennis Arena
6. Sheabutter…
In prompt response to people's needs, the
@RealAARahman
led Kwara state government has reconstructed the broken culvert on Oro-Ago Road to enable residents and travellers movement and keep afloat business activities in the area.
#Isenlo
Kwara State Government has reviewed its earlier decision to allow vehicles to move on days earlier designated for restocking of foods and other essentials, directing residents to instead patronise neighbourhood shops and observe all safety protocols.
Kwara Launches Statewide Drive for 3MTT Programme
Kwara State Government has commenced the drive for registration and participation of citizens in the 3 Million Technical Talents Programme.
The 3 Million Technical Talents Program 3MTT is designed to upskill and create…
At least 11 of the moribund high-volume overhead (concrete) water reservoirs constructed by former Governor Mohammed Lawal have now been fixed and connected to newly drilled boreholes to deepen access to water in Ilorin metropolis, a statement has said.
Governor
@RealAARahman
has approved the purchase of 35 additional transformers as part of his administration's efforts to connect more rural communities to the national grid and improve socio-economic growth and development in the state.
#Isenlo
Kwara State moves to produce own brand of antimalaria tablets, suspension ‘KWAMAL’
The Kwara State Hospital Management Board has announced its move to commence the production of its own brand of antimalaria tablets and suspension ‘KWAMAL’.
“We have been working very hard to…
Kwara State Government will on April 27 begin a two-week virtual digital training for youths, an initiative that is a part of the Digital Kwara component of the state’s social investment programme (KWASSIP), a statement said on Thursday.
#IjobaMekunu
#DigitalKwara
Kwara cabinet okays teaching hospital for KWASU
•Approves wholesale remodelling, rebuilding of Kwara Hotel
•Govt begins reconstruction of Folawiyo road, builds new flyover at Unity
•Says work won’t affect private properties
•To fix, divert traffic through Obbo, Coca Cola,…
Owu Falls in Kwara, Nigeria, can indeed be developed into a tourism site to generate revenue.
Owu Waterfall is a monument located in Owa Kajola in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, Nigeria. It's the highest waterfall in West Africa measuring 120m above the water…
#COVID19
: KWSG IMPOSES PARTIAL LOCKDOWN
Kwara State Government has imposed a partial lockdown from 6 am on Thursday 26th March 2020 as a preventive measure against the spread of Coronavirus.
Ongoing: The construction of the Sugar Factory Film Studios by the
@RealAARahman
-led administration is ongoing as part of its efforts to position Kwara State as the new power-house within the audio-visual sector in West Africa.
#AAJourneySoFar
A multi-storey and multi-purpose Kwara Revenue House is presently under construction courtesy of the prudent leadership of Governor
@RealAARahman
CON.
The Revenue House will be the most massive edifice of such kind in not just Kwara State but possibly in the country. It is a…
Governor
@RealAARahman
on Thursday congratulated the Muslim community on the dawn of another Ramadan, the ninth Islamic month in which fasting is prescribed for healthy Muslims.
Visual Arts Centre nears completion
The Visual Arts Centre, Ilorin, one of the legacy economic projects of Kwara State Governor
@RealAARahman
, is fast approaching completion.
Kwara State Government on Wednesday held a virtual state executive council meeting to drive home its call for social distancing at a time of global COVID-19 pandemic.
Kwara pays N3bn to clear all Ahmed-era salary arrears for SUBEB teachers, LG workers
•Govt cash-backs 2022 promotion for teachers
Kwara State Government has finally cleared all the salary arrears for SUBEB teachers and local government workers as inherited from the…
Governor
@RealAARahman
has congratulated the newly appointed Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology Akure Professor (Mrs) Adenike Temidayo Oladiji, saying the emergence of the institution's first female vice chancellor is a boost for gender parity and inclusion.
Assets: Try Saraki, others for criminal conspiracies against Kwara, white paper panel tells Gov
•Panel submits report, laments economic sabotage against state
•Reveals how Govt properties, shares were sold to cronies
•Tope Daramola, Bayo Sanni named in alleged deals
Kwara State Government has commended the chairman of the
@BUAgroup
, Abdulsamad Rabiu, chairman of the
@TonyElumeluFDN
, Tony Elumelu and
@UBAGroup
for their financial support to strengthen the national and subnational campaigns against the spread of
#COVID19
pandemic.