Sulaiman Bolakale Kawu, the governorship candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State, has announced a proposal to establish a ₦100 billion security trust fund as part of his campaign manifesto. This announcement was made during the launch of his manifesto titled ‘The SBK Compact – Kwara People First’ in Ilorin.
Kawu’s manifesto details a broad range of policy proposals aimed at addressing security, infrastructure, education, healthcare, agriculture, and economic development within the state. He emphasized that the proposed security fund would enhance operations through intelligence gathering, strengthen community ties, and improve the coordination of various security agencies to combat rising insecurity.
Reflecting on his visit to the Woro community in the Kaiama Local Government Area, Kawu expressed how the experience of witnessing the aftermath of violent attacks deeply influenced his commitment to improving safety for residents. He underscored the impact of violence on daily life and pledged to ensure that the citizens of Kwara can go about their lives without the threat of crime.
In addition to security measures, Kawu has proposed a 13th-month salary for civil servants in Kwara State, aiming to ensure that workers receive timely payments. He stated, as a former public servant, he understands the difficulties faced by workers and is committed to addressing their welfare.
Other initiatives include the creation of 200,000 job opportunities annually for youth and the introduction of a ₦19.2 billion agricultural production fund to support farmers and cooperatives with affordable financing. Kawu also plans to allocate ₦50 million to each of the 193 wards in the state during his first 100 days in office, allowing communities to assess their own needs and determine priority projects.
In the realm of education, Kawu proposed further investments in teacher salaries, particularly for those serving in remote areas, and efforts to rehabilitate dilapidated schools. Health care also features prominently in his plans, with commitments to strengthen primary healthcare services across all local government areas and improve access to essential medicines.
To finance these proposals, Kawu highlighted a focus on responsible budgeting, effective resource management, and public participation in governance.
