Kwara State Hospitals Management Board

13/03/2026

⚠️ **HEALTH TIP: Is ZOBO Drink Safe for Hypertensive and Diabetic Patients? **

Zobo (made from Hibiscus sabdariffa) is a popular drink and can be safe for people with Hypertension and Type 2 Diabetes if taken properly.

✅ Zobo may help lower blood pressure slightly.
✅ It naturally contains very little sugar.

⚠️ But be careful:
• Many people add too much sugar when preparing zobo.
• Excess sugar can raise blood sugar levels in diabetics.
• Drinking large amounts may lower blood pressure too much in people on medication.

✔ Healthy advice
• Drink unsweetened or lightly sweetened zobo.
• Take in moderation (1–2 cups daily).
• Ensure it is prepared hygienically.

📌 Bottom line:
Zobo is healthy, but too much sugar or excessive intake can make it unsafe.

Please share to help others stay informed and healthy. 🌺

09/03/2026

Kwara Expands Renewable Energy to More State Hospitals to Strengthen Healthcare Service Delivery

The Kwara State Government has continued to demonstrate its commitment to strengthening healthcare delivery through sustainable and climate-friendly initiatives. In a major step toward ensuring uninterrupted power supply in public health facilities, several hospitals across the state have joined others already benefiting from renewable energy systems in the form of solar inverters.

Under this intervention, the following hospitals have received 30 KVA solar inverter systems:
• General Hospital Share – 30 KVA
• Specialist Hospital Jebba – 30 KVA
• General Hospital Erin-Ile – 30 KVA
• General Hospital Omu-Aran – 30 KVA
• Children’s Specialist Hospital, Ilorin – 30 KVA
• Essential Drugs Programme (EDP) – 30 KVA

In addition, the following facilities have received 10 KVA solar inverter systems:
• Cottage Hospital Iponrin – 10 KVA
• Cottage Hospital Alapa – 10 KVA
• General Hospital Agbamu – 10 KVA
• Cottage Hospital Ilemona – 10 KVA
• General Hospital Oro-Ago – 10 KVA
• Cottage Hospital Edidi – 10 KVA
• Cottage Hospital Idofin Odo-Ashe – 10 KVA

His Excellency, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq CON, has consistently shown unwavering commitment to improving healthcare service delivery and promoting environmentally sustainable initiatives in Kwara State. His visionary leadership prioritizes healthcare infrastructural upgrades, sustainability, and improved access to quality medical services for residents across the state.

According to Dr. Abdulraheem Malik, Executive Secretary, Kwara State Hospitals Management Board, “the state government remains committed to laying a long-term foundation for a stronger healthcare system in the state through strategic planning, effective coordination, and continuous efforts to improve the operational efficiency of government hospitals. Our proactive deployment of renewable energy solutions in health facilities is helping to build a more resilient healthcare system while reducing dependence on fossil fuels and unstable electricity supply.”

These solar inverter installations will help stabilize electricity supply in these facilities, reduce reliance on fuel-powered generators, and support essential healthcare services. They will provide uninterrupted power for critical hospital operations, including laboratories, maternity services, cold-chain storage, and emergency care units that require consistent electricity supply.

***Your Health Is Our Priority***

Signed
Management
Kwara State Hospitals Management Board

06/03/2026

Sobi Specialist Hospital to Reopen Main Operation Theatre, Maternity Ward, and NICU to Boost Healthcare Services

Sobi Specialist Hospital is set to enhance healthcare service delivery with the reopening of its main operating theatre, main maternity ward, and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), which had been closed since the COVID-19 pandemic.

The reopening of these critical units will enable the hospital to resume more surgical procedures, improve maternal healthcare services, and provide specialized care for newborns requiring close medical attention.

The development reflects the sustained efforts of the Kwara State Government under the present administration to revitalize public health facilities, improve access to quality healthcare, and strengthen service delivery across secondary health institutions in the state.

In preparation for the reopening, the management of the Kwara State Hospitals Management Board, led by the Executive Secretary, Dr. Abdulraheem Malik, carried out a thorough inspection of the facilities. The inspection team included the hospital’s Chief Medical Director (CMD), Matron, and other members of the hospital management staff.

Speaking during the inspection, Dr. Malik noted that the reopening of the units is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery across the state.

“The reopening of the theatre, maternity ward, and NICU at Sobi Specialist Hospital will significantly improve access to surgical, maternal, and newborn care services for residents,” he said.

The hospital is also expected to strengthen its workforce with the addition of a medical officer and more nurses to further improve service delivery.

*Your Health Is Our Priority*

Signed
Management
Kwara State Hospitals Management Board

04/03/2026

Medical Training:- KW-HMB Hosts Al-Hikmah University Delegation on Facility Assessment Visit

The Kwara State Hospitals Management Board on Tuesday hosted a high-powered delegation from Al-Hikmah University at the Specialist Hospital Sobi, Ilorin, as part of ongoing preparations for the commencement of clinical training for the institution’s medical students.

The visit was specifically aimed at identifying and assessing suitable locations within the hospital premises for the development of essential academic and training facilities. The exercise focused on proposed sites for lecture classrooms, administrative offices, laboratories, and student hostels to ensure a conducive environment for teaching, learning, and clinical training.

Speaking during the inspection, the Executive Secretary of the Kwara State Hospitals Management Board, Dr. Abdulraheem Malik, stated that the visit underscores the shared commitment of both institutions to strengthening medical education and healthcare service delivery in Kwara State.

“This assessment visit is a crucial step toward ensuring that our facilities are properly structured to support quality medical education and efficient service delivery. We are committed to providing the enabling environment required for the successful training of medical students within our hospitals,” Dr. Malik said.

He reaffirmed the support of the Kwara State Government in facilitating a smooth take-off of the partnership with Alhikma University for the benefit of Kwara State and Nigeria as a country.

The delegation from Al-Hikmah University was led by its Founder and Chairman, Board of Trustees, Alhaji Chief (Dr.) Abdul-Raheem Oladimeji, OFR, alongside the Vice Chancellor, Prof. L. F. Oladimeji, and other principal officers and key management staff of the university.

The Founder expressed appreciation to the Kwara State Government for finding the institution worthy of entering into the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to train its medical students at the government facility.

“We are deeply grateful to the Kwara State Government and the Hospitals Management Board for this opportunity. Al-Hikmah University remains fully committed to meeting all stipulated standards and ensuring that the proposed University Teaching Hospital attains global best practices,” Alhaji Oladimeji stated.

The Jagunmolu of Igbaja Land and founder of the university pledged that all required standards would be strictly adhered to in establishing the proposed University Teaching Hospital, in line with the global recognition and reputation of the institution.

Also speaking, the Vice Chancellor of Al-Hikmah University, Prof. L. F. Oladimeji, commended both the Kwara State Government and the Founder for what he described as a milestone achievement in advancing medical education within the state. He assured that both staff and students would maintain the highest standards of conduct and that all necessary infrastructure to ensure a conducive teaching and learning environment would be put in place.

The university delegation expressed appreciation to the KW-HMB for its cooperation and collaboration, assuring that the institution remains committed to meeting all stipulated requirements for the successful take-off of the programme.

Adamu Usman Sabi
Press Secretary
Kwara State Hospitals Management Board

02/03/2026

Kwara State Government Sustain Efforts to Improve Healthcare: KW-HMB Visits Cottage Hospital Ogidi

The Kwara State Hospitals Management Board (KW-HMB), led by its Executive Secretary, Dr. Abdulraheem Malik, conducted a comprehensive monitoring and supervision visit to Cottage Hospital Ogidi as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery across the state.

The visit reflects the commitment of the Kwara State Government and forms part of the sustained efforts of the present administration to continually improve service delivery to the people of Kwara State.

During the exercise, the entire hospital premises and its surrounding environment were thoroughly inspected. The boundary issue affecting the facility was revisited, with a decision reached to convene a meeting involving all relevant stakeholders to ensure a lasting and amicable resolution.

Dr. Malik and his team toured all clinical and administrative departments, interacting with staff to assess service delivery, infrastructure, equipment, and operational needs. Following the assessment, upgrade, expansion, and phased renovation of the hospital were all considered in view of its strategic importance.

Cottage Hospital Ogidi serves the Ogidi community and neighboring communities, playing a critical role in primary and secondary healthcare delivery. The proposed interventions are aimed at strengthening capacity, improving patient experience, and ensuring the facility remains responsive to the growing healthcare needs of the population.

The visit underscores the shared commitment of the Kwara State Government to enhancing access to quality, affordable, and sustainable healthcare services across Kwara State.

Signed
Management
Kwara State Hospitals Management Board

01/03/2026

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT:- Appointment Letters for 150 Newly Recruited Nurses and Nurse-Midwives Now Ready for Pickup and immediate deployment

The Kwara State Civil Service Commission (CSC) wishes to formally announce that appointment letters for 150 successful nurses and nurse-midwives earlier approved for recruitment by His Excellency, Mallam Abdulrahman Abdulrasaq to strenghten service delivery in state hospitals are now available for collection and immediate posting.

All candidates who were previously issued forms to complete and submit are requested to collect their appointment letters at the office of the Chairman, Kwara State Civil Service Commission (CSC). Candidates are required to present:
• A valid form of identification
• Any other relevant documents as indicated during the application process

**Please note: **Appointment letters will only be released to candidates whose forms were duly completed and submitted.

Candidates are to submit a copy of their appointment letters at the office of the Executive Secretary, Kwara State Hospitals Management Board for processing and further instructions.

Office address:-
Executive Secretary KW-HMB,
Dental department,
Kwara State Teaching Hospital (KWASUTH),
Ilorin.
Tel: 08057833718

The Kwara State Civil Service Commission and the Kwara State Hospitals Management Board congratulates all successful applicants and welcomes them to serve in the state’s healthcare sector.

For further information or inquiries, please contact the Kwara State Hospitals Management Board (KW-HMB). Tel: 08057833718

Signed
Dr.Abdulraheem Malik
Executive Secretary
Kwara State Hospitals Management Board

28/02/2026

27/02/2026

Kwara State Government Strengthens Medical Oxygen Availability, Affordability, and Sustainability

The Kwara State Hospitals Management Board (KW-HMB), represented by its Executive Secretary, Dr. Abdulraheem Malik, joined the Kwara health team that attended the three-day National Oxygen Coordination Committee Meeting in Abuja from February 24th to 26th, convened by the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare. The team included the Permanent Secretary of the Kwara State Ministry of Health and the State National Oxygen Coordination Desk Officers.

The meeting focused on strategies to ensure sustainable and equitable access to medical oxygen across federal and state hospitals. Kwara State shared its experience and lessons on maintaining availability, affordability, and sustainability of oxygen in its 46 public hospitals.

“In Kwara State, we have adopted an indirect-pool financing model to ensure that no patient is denied life-saving oxygen due to inability to pay at the point of care. Through this system, resources are collectively mobilized to maintain a steady oxygen supply across our hospitals,” Dr. Abdulraheem Malik stated.

The Kwara State Government has prioritized ensuring medical oxygen is available and affordable in all public hospitals. By establishing storage facilities, equipping hospitals with oxygen systems, implementing an indirect-pool financing model, and training personnel, the government ensures no patient is denied life-saving oxygen while maintaining sustainable, uninterrupted supply across the state.

During the meeting, Dr. Malik also engaged with global partners to fine-tune the indirect-pool model, exploring strategies to make medical oxygen even more affordable to patients at all levels of care in state hospitals.

Kwara State remains committed to ensuring that every patient has uninterrupted access to medical oxygen, in line with national health priorities.

Signed
Management
Kwara State Hospitals Management Board (KW-HMB)

22/02/2026

Grateful for another year of growth and grace. I pray for more Grace, good health, and greater impact. 🎉🎉🎉🙏🙏🙏

Dr.Abdulraheem Malik
Executive Secretary
Kwara State Hospitals Management Board

14/02/2026

Woro: We're working with security agencies, stakeholders on terrorists’ video, says Kwara Govt

The Kwara State Government is deeply concerned over the disturbing video released by terrorists earlier today, allegedly showing some persons taken during the tragic February 3 attack on Woro community. As always, our thoughts are with all the families affected, and we reaffirm our commitment to securing the safe return of all those impacted.

We acknowledge the anxiety that this footage may cause. Government officials and security agencies are carefully analysing the video to establish the identities of the individuals shown.

Since the incident, there have been varying accounts regarding the number of persons abducted. For this reason, neither the State Government nor security agencies have announced a definitive figure. Our priority remains the safe rescue of every affected citizen and ensuring that those responsible are brought to justice.

We have engaged Woro community leaders to assist in identifying individuals seen in the footage. As of now, a few persons have been preliminarily identified from the video as residents of Woro. Community representatives have also indicated that more individuals remain unaccounted for. It is important to note that some persons initially reported missing have since reunited with their families, while others may have temporarily relocated to neighbouring communities, including Wawa and New Bussa in Niger State.

The Government’s response committee, led by His Highness Ahmed Ibn Muhammed, continues to work with security agencies, local authorities, and community stakeholders to coordinate efforts, humanitarian support, and the safe return of displaced persons.

We assure the public that verified updates will be provided as more information becomes available through proper coordination with security and community leaders. We urge residents to remain calm, avoid spreading unverified information, and continue cooperating with authorities.

Bolanle Olukoju
Commissioner for Communications
Kwara State Government
February 14, 2026

14/02/2026

KWARA HEALTH: Sobi Specialist Hospital Conducts Medication Reconciliation Exercise Ahead of Ramadan, Enhances Patient Counselling

Pharmacy Department, 12th February 2026

The Pharmacy Department of Sobi Specialist Hospital, under the management of the Kwara State Hospitals Management Board successfully conducted a Medication Reconciliation and Review Exercise on 12th February 2026, strategically timed ahead of the incoming Ramadan fasting period.

The initiative aimed at reviewing patients’ medications to ensure safety, effectiveness, and adherence. In light of the approaching fasting month, additional counselling was provided to Muslim faithfuls on appropriate medication timing during fasting, the importance of adherence, and avoiding self-discontinuation of prescribed therapies.

During the exercise, several challenges were identified among patients, including medication non-adherence due to financial constraints, improper medication use, drug-related side effects, and self-medication through roadside chemists.

Examples Key Patient Interventions:-

• A lumbar spondylosis patient presenting with extremity numbness was advised to undergo fasting blood sugar testing to rule out diabetes and was counselled on proper medication use.

• Another patient developed ulcer complications from prolonged NSAID use and was strongly advised against patronising roadside chemists, with emphasis placed on structured medical follow-up.

• A patient with an incisional abscess and history of antibiotic misuse received counselling on treatment compliance and the dangers of antimicrobial resistance.

Patients expressed satisfaction with the additional pharmaceutical care services and called for periodic continuation of the exercise.

The program further highlights the critical role of pharmacists in promoting rational drug use, improving treatment outcomes, and safeguarding public health especially during significant religious observances such as Ramadan.

***Your Health Is Our Priority***

Signed,
Management,
Kwara State Hospitals Management Board

13/02/2026

MANAGEMENT OF Kwara State Hospitals Management Board VISITS ODUNA MEDICAL OUTREACH AT GENERAL HOSPITAL, OFFA

The Management of the Kwara State Hospitals Management Board (KWHMB), led by its Executive Secretary, Abdulraheem Malik, paid a supportive visit to the eleven-year medical and surgical outreach organized by the Offa Descendants Union, North American Branch (ODUNA) at the General Hospital, Offa.

The visit highlighted the strong support of the Kwara State Government, through KWHMB, for initiatives that expand access to quality healthcare services. The 2026 edition, held from 12th to 16th January, recorded 120 successful cataract surgeries, 65 minor and major surgical procedures, and over 5,000 beneficiaries of free medical consultations and treatment.

Commending ODUNA for sustaining the outreach over the years, Dr. Malik stated:

“The Kwara State Government remains fully committed to supporting partnerships that bring quality healthcare closer to our people. Through KWHMB, we will continue to provide the enabling environment for initiatives like this to thrive and positively impact lives across our communities.”

He also acknowledged the management and staff of General Hospital, Offa, for hosting the outreach and providing the necessary logistics and professional support that ensured its success, reaffirming the Board’s dedication to strengthening healthcare delivery across the state.

***Your Health Is Our Priority***

Signed,
Management,
Kwara State Hospitals Management Board