Kwara State Hospitals Management Board

11/04/2026

Kwara-HMB Explores Strategic Partnership at Commissioning of Sam Pharmaceuticals’ Ultra-Modern Production Facility

The Kwara State Hospitals Management Board has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening healthcare service delivery through strategic partnerships, as its Executive Secretary, Dr.Abdulraheem Malik attended the commissioning of the new state-of-the-art production facility of Sam Pharmaceuticals in Sango Ota.

The visit is part of ongoing efforts to enhance collaboration with key stakeholders in the pharmaceutical sector to improve access to safe, effective, and affordable medicines across public health facilities in Kwara State. This initiative is firmly aligned with the healthcare policy of the Kwara State Government, which prioritizes accessible, affordable, and quality healthcare for all residents.

Speaking at the event, Dr.Malik stated:
“This engagement represents a critical step in our resolve to build strong, result-driven partnerships that will guarantee consistent access to quality medicines for our people. By aligning with credible local manufacturers, we are not only strengthening our supply systems but also advancing the Kwara State Government’s vision of a responsive, efficient, and people-centered healthcare system that delivers better outcomes for every citizen.”

A key highlight of the engagement was the guided tour of the facility, where the Executive Secretary was taken through the production lines and quality control units. The factory showcased modern manufacturing technologies and strong compliance with international best practices, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

The Executive Secretary was accompanied on the facility tour by senior officials of Sam Pharmaceuticals. From left to right were: Pharm. Isaac Salami, Superintendent Pharmacist, Ilorin; Mr. Suresh Nair, General Manager (Institutions), Head Office Lagos; Mr. Matthew Sunny, Factory Manager, Ilorin; Mrs. Olukemi Akinbowale, Quality Control Manager, Ilorin; and Dr. Faremi Oluwole, Production Manager, Ilorin.

The engagement also provided an opportunity to explore areas of collaboration, particularly in medicine supply, capacity building, and strengthening healthcare delivery systems in Kwara State.

The Board reiterated its commitment to partnering with reputable pharmaceutical manufacturers to improve health outcomes and ensure sustainable access to essential medicines in line with the administration’s broader healthcare transformation drive.

Signed
Management
Kwara State Hospital Management Board

10/04/2026

Swift Government Action Follows Rainstorm Damage at Children’s Specialist Hospital, Centre Igboro

In a swift and decisive response, His Excellency has directed the immediate repair of sections of the Children’s Specialist Hospital, Centre Igboro affected by the recent heavy rainstorm. Work has already commenced to restore the hospital to full functionality, in recognition of its critical role in providing care for children. This prompt intervention underscores the government’s commitment to ensuring uninterrupted healthcare services, especially for vulnerable patients.

The management of the Kwara State Hospitals Management Board, led by its Executive Secretary, Dr. Abdulraheem Malik, who conducted an urgent onsite visit to assess the extent of the damage has reassured parents and caregivers of children currently on admission that service delivery will not be interrupted. They further confirmed that the state government has been duly notified and that directives have been issued for the immediate repair of all affected areas of the hospital.

During the inspection, attention was focused on critical sections including the Emergency Paediatric Unit (EPU), wards, and other departments where roofing and window structures were impacted by the storm.

Patients and residents are assured that every necessary step is being taken to safeguard continuous service delivery and maintain a safe, conducive environment for care.

The state government remains committed to strengthening healthcare infrastructure and improving the quality of services across all state-owned health facilities.

***Your Health Is Our Priority***

Signed,
Management,
Kwara State Hospitals Management Board

17/03/2026

Last night, I received the newest Federal Ministry of Health's survey which shows Kwara under our watch as the best state in which a child can be born and raised (NDHS, 2024).

At 14/1000, the report shows that our state has the lowest under-5 mortality rate in Nigeria.

While this report tells us that our investment in primary health care is a step in the right direction, I assure the people of our state that we will not become complacent. We will do more to make things a lot better.

We are indeed proud of the current standing of Kwara State under our watch.

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