Governor reshuffles cabinet, swears in two commissioners
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Monday swore in two new commissioners, Dr. Lawal Olohungbebe and Dr. Maryam Nnafatima-Imam, urging them to work as a team and contribute to the administration’s ongoing development efforts.
The cabinet reshuffle, announced in a statement by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye, saw Olohungbebe appointed as Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, while Nnafatima-Imam was assigned to the Ministry of Social Development.
Kwara State Governor, Mallam AbdulRaman AbdulRazaq, administers the oath of office to Dr. Lawal Olohungbebe and Dr. Maryam Nnafatima-Imam, newly appointed Commissioners for Education and Human Capital Development, and Social Development, respectively
The former Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Hajia Sa’adatu Modibbo-Kawu, has been moved to the Ministry of Tertiary Education, while Dr Mary Arinde was moved to the Ministry of Planning and Economic Development from her former seat in the Ministry of Tertiary Education.
Lafia Kora-Sabi becomes the commissioner for the newly created Transportation Ministry, as Mrs Olohuntoyosi Thomas, formerly of Agriculture and Rural Development, is now assigned to the new Ministry of Livestock Development.
Olohuntoyosi is replaced by Dr Afeez Abolore, who moved from the Ministry of Solid Minerals and was replaced by Abosede Buraimoh, who was formerly in charge of Social Development.
Speaking after the inauguration, AbdulRazaq said the new commissioners got a “deserving elevation” from their previous roles as Senior Special Assistants.
He said, “Today marks not just the beginning of a new chapter for the commissioners-designate but, expectedly, a renewed commitment to serving the people of Kwara State with dedication, integrity, and vision.
“In leadership, and especially in public service, the strength of any administration lies in the power of teamwork. Be mindful that our mission is to collaborate, combining our strengths and ideas to leave Kwara far better than we met it.
“As is clear to everyone, our government has delivered very substantial, measurable progress in different sectors. We have set new standards in public education, primary healthcare, rural and urban development, infrastructure upgrades, social inclusion, structured social protection, and wealth redistribution initiatives.
“As you both step into your new roles, I urge you to embrace creativity, to always touch base with the people, to think outside the box, and to apply prudence in every decision made.
“I congratulate you once again, and I wish you God’s guidance in the service of our state.”
