Kwara Poly NAKSS to unveil Gov AbdulRazaq’s solar-powered sit-out
The National Association of Kwara State Students (NAKSS), Kwara State Polytechnic Chapter, will on Thursday unveil the Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq Sit-Out, a student recreational facility powered by 24-hour solar energy and equipped with free Wi-Fi.
The association will also confer its Youth Inclusion Governor Award on Kwara State Governor, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, in recognition of his administration’s commitment to youth development and student welfare.
The projects and award presentation form part of activities marking the grand finale of NAKSS Week, tagged The NAKSS Explosion 2026, organised by the Senator Ishowo-led administration for the 2025/2026 academic session.
According to the association, the sit-out is a legacy project designed to provide students with a conducive environment for relaxation, studying, and collaboration. The facility will operate on 24-hour solar-powered electricity and offer free Wi-Fi to promote digital inclusion, innovation, and academic excellence among students.
NAKSS said the governor was selected for the Youth Inclusion Governor Award in recognition of his support for youth-focused policies, student welfare, and infrastructure development across the state.
The unveiling ceremony is expected to attract government officials, students, and other stakeholders. Activities lined up for the event include the official commissioning of the facility, ribbon-cutting, plaque unveiling, and the presentation of an award citation in honour of the governor.
The association described the sit-out as a demonstration of purposeful student leadership, noting that the project reflects its commitment to providing practical solutions that improve students’ learning environment while promoting sustainability and digital innovation.
The event is scheduled to hold on Thursday, July 16, 2026, by 10:00 a.m. at the Kwara State Polytechnic Sports Ground, Ilorin.
