The Executive Chairman of the Kwara State Sports Commission, Mallam Bolakale Adisa Mogaji, has expressed profound appreciation to The Mutawali of Ilorin, Dr. Alimi AbdulRazaq — elder brother to the Executive Governor of Kwara State, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq — for his encouragement and motivation to the Kwara Squash team during the JHSF National Squash Championship held at the Teslim Balogun Stadium, Lagos November 9, 2025.
Mallam Mogaji described Dr. AbdulRazaq’s presence and gesture as a strong reflection of his passion for sports development in Kwara State. He noted that the Mutawali’s active support aligns perfectly with Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq’s administration’s ongoing commitment to promoting sports as a tool for youth empowerment, talent development, and social growth.
“The Mutawali’s support is a clear testament to his deep interest in sports development in our state, which goes hand in hand with the vision of His Excellency, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, to build a vibrant and competitive sports culture across Kwara,” Mogaji stated.
He further commended Dr. Alimi for his generous cash rewards to both the overall tournament winner and Team Kwara, describing the gesture as timely and inspiring. According to him, such recognition from respected leaders reinforces the confidence of athletes and motivates them to give their best in representing the state.
Mogaji reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to sustaining Kwara’s dominance in squash and other sports, adding that the encouragement from leaders like the Mutawali of Ilorin continues to drive the athletes toward greater excellence.