Kwara State’s Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has provided 1,000 life jackets to the residents of Patigi, a riverine community within the state. This initiative aims to enhance safety during water travel for the local populace.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Governor presented the life jackets to Alhaji Umar Bologi II, the Etsu Patigi, following a meeting with several first-class monarchs who visited the Government House in Ilorin, the capital of Kwara state. The discussions encompassed security concerns and the general welfare of the community….CONTINUE READING
AbdulRazaq expressed his intent to extend a similar gesture to Edu local government and other riverine regions in order to promote secure water transportation throughout the state. He highlighted the ongoing commitment to address health and safety issues related to water travel.
The Etsu Patigi, Alhaji Umar Bologi II, conveyed gratitude to Governor AbdulRazaq for taking proactive measures to safeguard his subjects.
He emphasized the significance of these life jackets in preventing future boat mishaps within the region. He said, “We are sincerely thankful to His Excellency, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, for generously providing life jackets to our riverine communities, mainly composed of farmers and fishermen.
Your Excellency, we express our profound gratitude and pray for your continued success in governance.”
The Kwara State government’s efforts to enhance water travel safety were further demonstrated by sending a team to the Lagos Office of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA).
This step aligns with the state’s ongoing commitment to bolstering water transportation and ensuring the safety of its residents during such journeys, according to reports from LEADERSHIP.
