Kwara Garment Factory names preferred bidder, begins transition process

By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin –

The Kwara State Commissioner for Business, Innovation and Technology (BIT), Damilola Yusuf Adelodun, has disclosed that following the advertisement for the expression of interest published in national newspapers, in compliance with public procurement regulations for the outsourcing of the management of the garment factory, a preferred bidder has emerged.

She said the garment factory will, therefore, be temporarily shut down to allow for pre-handover maintenance and inventory checks.

This was contained in a statement she signed on Monday in Ilorin.

Adelodun added that all civil servants seconded to the garment factory are to return to their respective ministries, while trainees are advised to apply to the successful bidder for possible engagement.

She further stated that all trainees will be given a one-month training allowance.