Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq’s extensive urban renewal campaign and opening up of the agrarian Kwara hinterlands continue as the state executive council again approved several road construction projects in different parts of the state — a few days after the government rolled out 84.7km rural road projects.
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Placed alongside the government’s investment in tourism and conferencing facilities, the project offers a glimpse into how Kwara plans to become a major hub for recreation, tourism, and entertainment. The council had also approved construction of Osin-Laduba Road, which connects Ilorin West to Asa local government area in the central senatorial district.Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq: The frugal maestro revolutionizing politics
Chaired by Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, the council approved the projects following presentations by the Commissioner for Works and Transport Engr. AbdulQuawiy Olododo who also laid bare the procurement process that the Ministry had adhered to. The council also authorised some rehabilitation and upgrade works on the Ilorin International Conference Centre Roundabout-Sulu Gambari-Post Office Road, revving up the urban renewal efforts of the administration.
Commissioner for Housing and Urban Development Dr. Segun Ogunsola told the council that the consultancy work entails development of the Ilorin Smart City Project Information Memorandum; environmental impact assessment; conceptual architectural and urban planning drawings; detailed land use master plan; among many others.
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