Tunde Oyekola Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq announced on Saturday plans to increase investment in the state’s primary healthcare facilities, as well as in basic, secondary, and tertiary education. In a statement released by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor following AbdulRazaq’s attendance at the 13th Igbomina Day held on Saturday in Iludun Oro, Irepodun Local Government Area, Kwara State, the governor urged Kwarans to maintain their support for the government as it addresses security issues. He also commended the Igbomina people for their industrious spirit and longstanding culture of self-help, which he said contributes to their success in education and enterprise.
The Igbominas, who are spread from Osun State to Kwara, represent one of the ethnic groups that make up the state. “I urge you not to abandon the impressive legacy of self-help passed down by your forebears. National unity is also essential, with less emphasis on ethnic divisions, which often lead to disunity and underdevelopment,” AbdulRazaq said.
“This government is for everyone, including the people of Igbomina, who are not only well-represented but have also benefitted significantly from our rural and urban development initiatives,” he added. The governor listed several road projects in Igbomina land, including Arandun-Esie-Oro Road, Owu Fall Road, Orisa Bridge in Oro Ago, Omu Aran Oko Road, Owode Ofaro-Alabe Road, and Ajase-Ipo Okeiya Road. “I am impressed by today’s ga.