The Senate has passed at Third Reading a Bill seeking to establish the Federal University of Agriculture,Emughan,Abua Odual Federal University,Rivers State.
The Bill, titled A Bill for an Act to Amend the Federal Universities of Agriculture Act, Cap. F22, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2024,is sponsored by Her Excellency, Senator Dr. (Mrs.) Ipalibo Harry Banigo, representing Rivers West Senatorial District,
It seeks to amend the existing Federal Universities of Agriculture Act to provide for the establishment of the proposed institution in Emughan.
The passage of the Bill by the Senate marks a significant legislative milestone towards the establishment of the proposed university. When established, the institution is expected to expand access to higher education, promote agricultural research and innovation, develop skilled manpower, and contribute to economic growth in Rivers State and Nigeria at large.
Having been passed by the Senate, the Bill will proceed to the House of Representatives for concurrence as part of the legislative process towards its enactment into law.
Senator Banigo’s sponsorship of the Bill underscores her commitment to advancing educational opportunities, strengthening agricultural development, and promoting socio-economic growth in Rivers State and Nigeria, the Media Aide to the Senator,Soala Dasimaka has said.
SENATE PASSES BANIGO-SPONSORED BILL TO ESTABLISH FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE, EMUGHAN, ABUA-ODUAL, RIVERS STATE..
