FEATURED
Bill By Sen. Nwoko To Establish Federal College Of Agriculture In Idumuje-Ugboko Scales First Reading
The Senate has commenced legislative action on a bill seeking to establish the Federal College of Agriculture, Idumuje-Ugboko, Delta State, as the proposed law successfully passed its first reading on Thursday, March 27.
The bill, sponsored by Senator Ned Munir Nwoko, representing Delta North Senatorial District, aims to bolster Nigeria’s agricultural sector by providing a hub for research, training, and innovation in modern farming techniques.
Speaking on the bill, Senator Nwoko described the initiative as a critical step towards addressing food security, youth unemployment, and economic growth.
According to him, the institution will play a pivotal role in equipping young Nigerians with the skills needed to drive the country’s agricultural revolution.
“This college is not just about education; it is about transforming our agricultural sector, empowering young people, and ensuring that Nigeria becomes self-sufficient in food production,” he stated.
As the bill moves to the next legislative stage, stakeholders in the agricultural sector and education industry are expected to rally behind this timely and strategic initiative.
Delta Police Arrest 3 Suspected Cultists, Robbers in Agbarho, Oghara, Recover 6 Guns
Navy Rescues Bayelsa Commissioner, 6 Others After Boat Mishap; Police Officer Missing
2027 Election: Tinubu Approves Ibom Seaport After Eno Promises 2m Votes
NARD Threatens Nationwide Strike Over Bill Seeking Six-Month Jail Term for Doctors
2027: Okowa Appoints Ifeajika, Chiazor To Lead Media Team For Delta North Senate Race
Troops Arrest Notorious Terrorism Suspect in Kaduna, Target Dogo Gide’s Hideout
Two IDPs Hospitalised as Snakebites Surge Across Benue as SEMA Raises Alarm
NDLEA Raises Alarm Over Foreign Drug Cartels, Arrests 3 South Africans
No Ceasefire With Boko Haram, DHQ Declares, Says 435 Terrorists Killed
Africa Made It Launches ‘Power, Protect And Purchase’ To Unlock $34bn From Cotton Industry
Court Rejects Torture Claims, Admits Statements of Alleged Coup Plotters
Tinubu Storms Akwa Ibom Friday For Project Commissioning, Heads To Rivers Saturday For APC Rally
Reps Dismiss Petition Seeking Review of NIPCO Gas Distribution Licences
2027: Okowa Says Delta Targets Over 2 Million Votes For Tinubu, APC
Oborevwori, Okowa, Onowakpo Canvass Support for Tinubu as Delta APC Flags Off 2027 Campaign in Oleh
