The Kwara State Government has intensified its efforts towards the total eradication of street begging with the placement of regulatory signages restricting such activities in strategic areas across the state. The Honourable Commissioner for Social Development, Hajia Mariam Nnafatima Imam (PhD), made this known on Monday during the inauguration of the Ilorin West Local Government […]

…Ilorin South Chairman Distributes 3 Motorcycles to Support Task Force Operations The Kwara State Ministry of Social Development, in collaboration with Ilorin South Local Government, has inaugurated a Task Force as part of sustained efforts to eradicate street begging and restore social order across Ilorin metropolis. The inauguration ceremony, held on Wednesday at the premises

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