Kwara’s Infrastructure and Land Management Reforms Drive State Towards Economic Transformation and Global Integration

In a robust demonstration of strategic governance and visionary leadership, the Kwara State Government has once again reiterated its commitment to infrastructure development, urban renewal, and seamless land administration as pivotal tools to unlock socio-economic opportunities and position the state for global relevance.

At the recently held Q1 2025 Ministerial Press Briefing in Ilorin, the Hon. Commissioner for Works, Engr. Abdulquawiy Olododo, presented a glowing scorecard of the Ministry’s achievements, underlining a dynamic drive toward balanced rural-urban development. With 46 infrastructure projects tracked within the last quarter alone—33 fully completed and 11 ongoing—Engr. Olododo assured Kwarans that the pace of infrastructural growth remains undeterred. He further revealed that 24 new road projects have been awarded this year, with 6 already completed, strengthening the government’s commitment to road connectivity and economic expansion.

Among the flagship projects is the Agbamu–Ila-Orangun road, an inter-state route that is set to boost regional trade and access between Kwara and Osun States. This initiative aligns with the administration’s broader vision of opening border communities and ensuring inclusive development across all regions. Additionally, Engr. Olododo confirmed that road projects previously delayed due to cost variations will soon resume, reflecting the administration’s proactive resolution approach.

The Commissioner also provided an update on the strategic 209.77km RAAMP rural road project, which has earned Kwara State two national recognitions—Best in Counterpart Funding and Best in Overall Disbursement. These accolades not only underscore the government’s efficiency but also its accountability in infrastructure financing.

A notable highlight was the announcement of the construction of a 70-meter flagpole—the tallest in West Africa—on the Wahab Folawiyo Unity Road. Described as a bold symbol of Kwara’s rising identity and pride, the flagpole stands as a testament to the state’s modernization and aesthetic vision.

Complementing the infrastructure achievements, the Executive Chairman of the Kwara State Geographic Information Service (KWGIS), ESV. Abdulkareem Babatunde Sulyman, presented impressive updates on land administration reforms. He announced that 354 “Charting for Confirmation Papers” were processed during the first quarter of 2025, enabling applicants to verify land location, size, and survey validity. Additionally, 247 Certificates of Occupancy have been fully processed and await gubernatorial approval.

ESV Sulyman credited these milestones to the state’s ongoing automation of land administration processes, initiated under the transformative leadership of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. He emphasized that the digital transition is not only streamlining operations but also boosting the State’s internally generated revenue (IGR), enhancing transparency, and promoting investor confidence.

As part of the urban renewal initiative, the Directorate of Physical Planning and Development Control has reclaimed critical government setbacks, revitalizing strategic locations across the metropolis. Furthermore, 238 survey reports were processed and forwarded for statutory rights of occupancy, with 12 applicants receiving registration certificates after fulfilling all requirements.

In a move that further cements Kwara’s future economic potential, the government has secured 1,057.14 hectares of land in Budo-Alfa, Moro Local Government, for a large-scale agricultural project. An additional ₦500 million has been paid for 2,000 hectares for the development of an industrial park along the old Ogbomosho road. Preliminary assessments have also begun on land earmarked for a Smart City along the Oke-Oyi axis—an initiative that signals Kwara’s readiness for digital transformation and smart urbanism.

In sum, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq’s administration continues to inspire confidence through its strategic investments in infrastructure, rural development, digital governance, and sustainable land use. These multi-sectoral efforts, rooted in equity and vision, are collectively building a stronger, more connected, and future-ready Kwara State.