10 Verified Facts You May Not Know About the Tallest Flagpole in West Africa, Erected in Kwara State

The Kwara State Government has constructed what is now the tallest flagpole in West Africa. The development has sparked public interest. Below are ten verified facts:

1. Tallest in West Africa:
The flagpole stands at 70 meters, making it the highest in the West African region as of May 2025.

2. Temporary Hoisting Conducted:
The flag was hoisted temporarily as part of a test run by the Ministry of Works. It was later taken down to complete surrounding works.

3. Flagpole Structure Intact:
There is no record of collapse. Official sources confirmed the flag was removed deliberately and not due to any structural issue.

4. Location Identified:
The structure is situated on Wahab Folawiyo Road, Ilorin, a major part of recent urban renewal efforts in the state capital.

5. Still Undergoing Site Development:
Beautification and final construction work around the base are still ongoing. The site is not yet open for public use or tourism.

6. No Connection to Removed Billboard:
The digital billboard formerly on the site was removed in 2024 for the construction of the Emir Sulu-Gambari flyover, not because of the flagpole project. The billboard was privately owned.

7. Supervised by Kwara State Ministry of Works:
The Ministry is overseeing construction, technical inspection, and completion of the project.

8. Part of Statewide Infrastructure Push:
The flagpole is one of several ongoing or completed projects, including an international conference centre, a visual arts hub, and the Kwara Innovation Hub.

9. Online Reactions Recorded:
The flagpole generated significant attention online within hours of its unveiling, trending across various social media platforms in Nigeria.

10. No Official Commissioning Yet:
As of this report, there has been no official public commissioning. A formal launch is expected upon completion of landscaping and auxiliary installations.

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