The College was established by the civilian Government of Kwara State through a bill passed into law by the Kwara State House of Assembly on the 13th day of September, 1993. Since the takes off the College and the appointment of the first Provost, Dr. (Mrs.) Comfort E. Adu, in 1993, there have been two other substantive Provost and two acting provosts, presiding over the affairs of the College up to July 2001. The appointment of Engr. Dr. Mohammed G. Yissa as the 4th substantive Provost in August 2001, ensured a smooth transition from what had hitherto been a posting of ministry officials to the College, to appointment through competitive interview in line with the provision of the law establishing the College. At the expiration of his tenure on July, 31st 2005, Deacon D.O. Bankole was appointed the acting provost.

It is an opportunity for us to welcome all freshmen and women to this citadel of learning where you will be given education for self reliance. Kwara State College of Education (Technical), Lafiagi is one of the tertiary institutions in Kwara State which offers education for the total man. I therefore welcome you to the college and as well implore you to utilize fully all the opportunities which will be offered you to make you a real educated person.