AbdulRazaq distributes multi-million naira school materials
By Muyideen Aliyu, Ilorin
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has flagged off the distribution of over 6,000 school items, including instructional materials, furniture, and sports equipment, as part of the Renewed Hope agenda for schools across the state.
The multi-million naira distribution includes English and Mathematics textbooks, exercise books, plastic chairs and tables for primary and junior secondary schools, and digital tablets for three e-learning centers. Additionally, 320 mosquito nets were provided for boarding students at Queen Elizabeth School, Ilorin, alongside agricultural tools and other essential learning resources.
Speaking at the Kwara State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) headquarters, Governor AbdulRazaq, represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Mamman Saba Jibril, urged teachers, parents, and pupils to make effective use of the materials.
He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to heavy investment in the education sector.
Dr. Aisha Garba, Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), commended the Governor for his consistent provision of counterpart funding.
Represented by her Special Assistant, Ibrahim Gold, she noted that the Governor's effective utilization of UBEC matching grants has led to improved learning participation and stronger educational foundations in the state.
The State Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Dr. Lawal Olohungbebe, emphasized that the intervention aims to ensure equity.
"This is about ensuring the same opportunities given to children in Ilorin West are available to those in Baruten, Kaiama, and Oke-Ero. When a child has the right tools, learning becomes meaningful and outcomes improve," he stated.
Prof. Shehu Adaramaja, Chairman of Kwara SUBEB, noted that the materials were procured by UBEC under its Direct Intervention Programme in collaboration with the state government.
He emphasized that the items were carefully selected to support academic excellence, digital literacy, and the general welfare of learners within the basic education system.