The Kwara State Government, in collaboration with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), has organised a two-day Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Services (MHPSS) training and integrated service for the Woro and Oke Ode communities recently affected by banditry. The event, which was held at Princess Luxury, Pipeline, Ilorin, on Tuesday 17th and Wednesday 18th […]

The Kwara State Government has intensified efforts to curb street begging across the state following the recent arrest of a suspected bandit who allegedly disguised himself as a beggar in Igbaja, Ifelodun Local Government Area. The Honourable Commissioner for Social Development, Hajia Mariam Nnafatima Imam, PhD, disclosed this on Friday while addressing officers during a

In a renewed demonstration of its unwavering commitment to protecting the rights, dignity and well-being of women and girls, the Kwara State Government, through the Ministry of Social Development, on Monday, organised a road walk within Ilorin metropolis, to commemorate the 2026 International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). The activity, held

Join the Kwara State Ministry of Social Development, in collaboration with Global Hope for Women and Children Foundation (GLOHWOC) and with support from UNICEF, for a ROAD WALK against Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) Date: Monday, February 9, 2026Time: 7:00 AM promptTake-off Point: Kwara State Ministry of Social Development, Offa Road, Ilorin. Let’s walk together to

The Kwara State Government has joined the rest of the nation in commemorating the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day, paying tribute to Nigeria’s fallen heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice in defence of the country’s unity, peace and sovereignty. The ceremony, held at the Kwara State Amusement Park along Wahab Folawiyo Unity Road,

As part of its broader efforts to eradicate poverty among the people, the Kwara State government has again reassured Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) operating in the state of its unwavering commitment to sustained collaboration aimed at improving the welfare of orphans and vulnerable children. The Commissioner for Social Development, Hajia Mariam Nnafatima Imam PhD, gave the

Today, we bow our heads in honor and lift our hearts in gratitude for the courage, sacrifice, and steadfast patriotism of our nation’s Armed Forces. We carry the memory of gallant heroes who laid down their lives for our peace. We draw strength from the valiant men and women who stand guard over our unity

In observance of the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day (AFCRD), the Deputy Governor of Kwara State, His Excellency, Mr. Kayode Alabi, joined service chiefs, senior officers, and congregations at a solemn interdenominational church service held on Sunday, January 11, 2026. His Excellency was represented at the service by the Honourable Commissioner for Social

In a profound demonstration of the state’s solidarity with the nation’s armed forces, the Honourable Commissioner for Social Development, Hajiya Mariam Nnafatima Imam, PhD, on Friday, January 9, 2026 represented His Excellency, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON, at the solemn 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day Juma’at Service. The service, held at the FOMWAN Mosque

The Kwara State Government has reiterated its unwavering commitment to the protection of children’s rights and their overall safety, with a focus on safeguarding them from all forms of abuse and violence in society. The Commissioner for Social Development, Hajia Mariam Nnafatima Imam, PhD, stated this recently while speaking at the 2026 Children’s Party organised