Saliu Mustapha – The Goal Getter Kwara Is Quietly Rooting For

Saliu Mustapha – The Goal Getter Kwara Is Quietly Rooting For

In the quiet corners of Ilorin and across the length and breadth of Kwara State, a silent movement is taking shape — a groundswell of support for Distinguished Senator Saliu Mustapha, Turaki of Ilorin, the man many are now tipping as the natural successor to the current Governor of Kwara State, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, CON.

Governor AbdulRazaq has been nothing short of a phenomenon in Kwara politics — a reformer who dismantled old structures, restored dignity to governance, and placed the state on a fast lane of development. From revamping the education sector, rebuilding health infrastructure, and prioritizing workers’ welfare, to attracting new investments and making Kwara a model of prudent financial management, his tenure has been a textbook case of quiet, effective leadership.

It is within this atmosphere of progress and renewed hope that Senator Saliu Mustapha’s profile continues to rise. Known for his generosity, his grassroots connection, and his unwavering commitment to the people, the Turaki has been there for his constituents long before he stepped into the hallowed chambers of the Senate. Whether through scholarship schemes, youth empowerment programs, support for small businesses, or legislative advocacy that directly benefits Kwara, Mustapha has demonstrated that politics can be people-focused.

The people of Kwara have reciprocated this love. They turned out massively to send him to the Senate, and their trust in him has only grown stronger. Today, the conversations in market squares, mosques, campuses, and social gatherings are leaning towards one conclusion: Saliu Mustapha is the goal-getter Kwara needs to consolidate on AbdulRazaq’s legacy.

As 2027 approaches, the vision is becoming clearer — a seamless transition from one reform-minded leader to another. Kwara’s quiet but determined endorsement of Mustapha is less about politics and more about continuity, stability, and ensuring that the gains of the AbdulRazaq years are not just sustained but expanded.

Osigwe Omo-Ikirodah is the Principal and CEO of Bush Radio Academy.