By Gabriella Ogbu
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has reinforced his commitment to expanding tertiary education with the inauguration of the Osi Campus of Kwara State University (KWASU).
The landmark event, held in Osi town, Ekiti Local Government Area, marks a decisive step in his administration’s pledge to complete abandoned projects and drive inclusive development.
Speaking at the ceremony, AbdulRazaq declared the completion of the Osi campus a testament to his administration’s resolve to deliver impactful projects.
He emphasized that the new facility is more than an infrastructure milestone—it is a catalyst for educational advancement, economic growth, and regional development.
“The inauguration of the Osi campus is proof of our unwavering commitment to ensuring that no project in Kwara is abandoned.
“This is a bold step toward fostering prosperity and academic excellence for our people,” he stated.
Originally initiated by former Governor Bukola Saraki, the Osi campus remained stalled under successive administrations, including that of former Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed.
However, AbdulRazaq’s administration broke the cycle of neglect, completing and commissioning the facility despite economic challenges.
He likened its completion to that of the long-delayed Kwara Polytechnic main auditorium, which his government successfully delivered in 2021.
“Amid inflation and rising costs, we remained steadfast in our promise.
“Today, we present the Osi campus as a symbol of strategic planning, resource management, and resilience,” he asserted.
Equipped with modern lecture halls, laboratories, and studios, the Osi and Ilesha Baruba campuses aim to strengthen human capital development and position Kwara as a center for innovation.
AbdulRazaq urged the KWASU community to maximize the campus’s potential, calling it a breeding ground for future leaders and professionals.
State Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Dr. Mary Arinde, hailed the project as a bold move to bring education closer to the people, while KWASU Governing Council Chairman, Prof. Abdulganiyu Ambali, and Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Sheikh Jamiu Luqman, commended the governor’s unwavering commitment to higher education.
“The completion of this campus is a testament to your dedication to advancing education in Kwara,” Prof. Luqman remarked.
With the inauguration of the Osi campus, AbdulRazaq reaffirms his administration’s resolve to transform Kwara’s education sector and leave a lasting legacy of progress.
