The administration of His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Kwara State, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON, has ushered in a period of unprecedented transformation, steering the state toward inclusive growth and economic vitality.
His exceptional leadership, characterized by transparency, humility, and a relentless focus on developmental projects, is not merely governing but architecting a genuine Kwara Renaissance.
Developmental Strides Across Critical Sectors
Governor AbdulRazaq’s performance review reveals significant achievements across sectors vital for human capital and economic growth:
Security and Stability:
Kwara State has maintained a reputation for relative peace and stability despite nationwide security challenges. The government’s strategic efforts and commitment to law enforcement agencies have been crucial in ensuring a safe environment for residents and investors.
Health Sector Overhaul:
The administration has fundamentally strengthened healthcare delivery.
This includes modernizing Primary Health Centres across all 16 local government areas, improving maternal and child health services, and establishing the Kwara State Health Insurance Scheme to provide affordable and accessible care to thousands of citizens.
Rural Infrastructure & Connectivity:
One of the most visible hallmarks of his tenure is the massive opening of rural and urban roads.
Hundreds of kilometers of new and rehabilitated roads have connected previously isolated communities, facilitating easier access to markets, schools, and health facilities, thereby injecting renewed economic life into the hinterlands.
This focus on rural infrastructure is integral to the state’s inclusive development agenda.
Youth Inclusion in Governance:
Governor AbdulRazaq has consistently championed youth and gender inclusion, notably appointing a high number of young professionals and women into strategic positions.
Furthermore, the administration prioritizes human capital development through skill acquisition programmes, youth empowerment initiatives, and supporting small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs).
From Civil Servant State to an Innovative Hub
A key objective of the administration has been to redefine Kwara’s economic identity, transforming it from a predominantly “civil servant state” to an industrious and innovative state. This shift is being driven by strategic investments in:
Business and Innovation:
Projects like the Ilorin Innovation Hub, the establishment of a large Garment Factory (to make Kwara a production hub), and the development of the International Conference Centre are creating a friendlier business climate, attracting investments, and providing mass employment.
The emphasis on technology is further seen in programmes aimed at empowering young techies and transforming Kwara into a technological excellence beacon.
Agricultural Revitalization:
The government has launched a 10-year Agriculture Transformation Plan and revived the National Programme for Food Security (NPFS). These initiatives aim to modernize the sector, boost food security, and empower rural communities through improved yields and market access.
A National Recognition of Exceptional Service
We extend our hearty congratulations to Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON on his recent and well-deserved appointment by the President as the Chairman of the National Steering Committee for the Renewed Hope Ward Development Programme (RHWDP).
This appointment is a clear validation of his proven capacity for transparent, result-oriented, and grassroots-focused leadership, as demonstrated in Kwara State.
As the Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), his role in driving the President’s ward-based development strategy, which aims to accelerate economic activities and strengthen social protection at the grassroots across the country’s 8,809 wards, is pivotal.
Governor AbdulRazaq’s leadership continues to be a source of pride, delivering tangible results that improve lives and setting a clear blueprint for sustainable development in Kwara State and beyond.
✍️ Founder Mai Nasara support foundation,
Hon. Ahmad Muhammad
Dan Masani Gwanabe