… Commissioner applauds community-focused interventions across key sectors
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The Kwara State Government has commissioned a series of multi-million Naira projects in Ilorin South Local Government Area (LGA), reaffirming its commitment to grassroots development and improved quality of life for residents.
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony on Thursday, the Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs, and Community Development, Hon. Abubakar Abdullahi Bata, lauded the Executive Chairman of Ilorin South, Hon. Nuhu Abdulmajeed, for his people-oriented approach and impactful project delivery.
While expressing delight at the visible support of the benefiting communities, Hon. Bata noted that the projects cut across vital sectors including water supply, healthcare, education, and electrification.
“I’m highly impressed by the thoughtful execution of these projects and the large turnout of community members to express their appreciation. This is what governance should look like,” he said.
The Commissioner urged other local government councils to emulate the Ilorin South model, describing the synergy between the executive and legislative arms of the Council as commendable and essential for meaningful development.
“There’s no offence in imitation, especially when it’s positive and beneficial to the people,” he added, while calling on the communities to take ownership of the projects and ensure their sustainability.
In his remarks, Hon. Nuhu Abdulmajeed thanked the Commissioner for his visit and kind words, noting that the projects were delivered in line with the development vision of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq and the promises made during the electioneering period.
“We are replicating the giant strides of Governor AbdulRazaq at the grassroots. More projects will come as funds become available, and we ask for patience from communities still waiting,” he said.
Also speaking, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mrs. Iyabo Modupe Adekeye, commended the Chairman for aligning with the needs of the people and urged all Council professionals to continue adhering strictly to procurement regulations in project execution.
Projects commissioned include:
Drilling and installation of a motorized borehole at Olomoda Community
Electrification and installation of 500KVA/33/415 KVA transformers at Adunbarin Community
Reconstruction of the Primary Health Care Centre at Ajibesin Community
Construction of four units of modern toilets at Tanke Market
Borehole installation at Fate Community
Complete renovation and furniture provision at GDJSS, Zango Eleboto School
Renovation of two classrooms at Oke-Aluko Primary School
Completion, metering, and energising of 100KVA/11/415 transformer at Olufadi Maternal Referral Centre
Commissioning of the AGF AbdulRazaq Shopping Complex at Offa Garage
The event was attended by community leaders, residents, council officials, and other stakeholders who expressed gratitude to the state government for the developmental strides in the area.
