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Emir Seeks Abolition Of GRA In Ilorin


Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, the Emir of Ilorin on Friday called for the abolition of Government Reserved Area (GRA) in the state capital.

Sulu-Gambari, who is also Chairman, Kwara Traditional Council made the call while receiving members of the Technical Committee on the New Ilorin Master Plan, on a courtesy visit in his palace.

The monarch described some areas in llorin metropolis regarded as GRA as discrimination against the common man in the society.

“Ilorin is now more developed than before and needs some modern infrastructure to meet international standard,” he said. 

The royal father praised the State Government for its vision on the New llorin Master Plan, which he said will further popularise the ancient city.

Sulu-Gambari assured the committee of support needed to facilitate successful completion of its assignment. 

The Chairman of the Committee, Prof. Jacob Olorunfemi in his remarks said the committee was set up by the state government with a mission to make Ilorin a Mega City. 

Olorunfemi also said the visit was to seek royal blessings towards successful implementation of the programme.(NAN)

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