The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has stated that the recent approval for the establishment of new tertiary institutions by the National Assembly is aimed at making education more accessible to all Nigerians, regardless of their geographical or socio-economic background.
Speaking at the opening ceremony of a public hearing on bills seeking the establishment of the Federal Polytechnic, Onueke, Ezza South in Ebonyi State, and Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri in Imo State, Akpabio emphasized that the initiative aligns with the Senate’s commitment to fostering inclusive and sustainable development through education.
The hearing was organized by the Senate Committee on Tertiary Education and TETFund at the National Assembly in Abuja.
Akpabio noted that the continued approval of tertiary institutions across various geopolitical zones reflects a shared commitment between the Senate and other stakeholders to expand educational opportunities.
“Education remains a cornerstone for national progress, and its accessibility to all Nigerians is a priority for this Senate.
The creation of more tertiary institutions, particularly specialized ones, is geared towards making higher education more accessible,” he said.
He added that the two bills under consideration would help strengthen Nigeria’s educational framework and provide greater opportunities for skill acquisition and intellectual growth.
Earlier, Senator Muntari Dandutse (APC, Katsina South), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Tertiary Education, in his welcome remarks, explained that the proposed institutions align with the government’s agenda to strengthen the education sector, reduce unemployment, and improve the country’s socio-economic conditions.
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