The bill for an act to establish Federal College of Vocational and Technical Studies, Ikire in Osun on Wednesday passed second reading at the Senate.

The sponsor of the bill, Senator Oyewumi Kamorudeen representing Osun West, in a lead debate stated that the bill will improve career and technical education, saying it will make trainers to be better equipped to face the challenges of modern time.

He explained that establishing a Federal Vocational and Technical college in Ikire, will address the growing need for specialized, middle-level skills needed in the workforce in Nigeria.

According to the lawmaker, “The institution will provide opportunities for young people to acquire necessary vocational skills that are needed for employment in the labour market”,

Sen. Kamarudeen emphasis that the bill if pass it will also help to promote economic growth and reduce unemployment.

The lawmaker stated that “the college when established It will provide opportunities for young people to acquire necessary vocational skills that are needed for employment in the labour market.

“This will help to promote economic growth and reduce unemployment. The Technical and Vocational institution established by this bill will provide acceptable certificates in middle-level Technical training education expertise” he said.

“As a country, we must as a matter of priority, encourage technical skill acquisition to align with the global paradigm shift especially now that Artificial intelligence is taking over human activities in the labour market. This will also minimize youth restiveness and other social vices in the country”.

Meanwhile, the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio referred the bill to the committee on Education (Basic and Secondary) for further legislative input and report back in four weeks.

Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has paid glowing tribute to Chief Patrick Adaba, the former Deputy Governor of Kogi State, and Dr Tom Adaba the pioneer Director-General of the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), who both passed on few weeks ago.

During separate condolence visits to their families in Abuja, Governor Ododo acknowledged their outstanding legacy of public service and their significant contributions to the development of Kogi State and Nigeria at large.

At the residence of the late Chief Patrick Adaba, Governor Ododo acknowledged the late Chief Patrick Adaba for his selfless service to the government and people of Kogi State whom he served as Deputy Governor between 1999 and 2003.

Similarly, while visiting the home of the late Dr. Tom Adaba, Governor Ododo described him as a trailblazer whose pioneering role in Nigeria’s broadcasting industry has inspired generations of media practitioners within and outside Nigeria.

He praised the Adaba family for raising two exceptional children whose impact and service to the nation remain invaluable and indelible.

Governor Ododo emphasized that Kogi State and Nigeria will deeply miss the Adaba brothers, given their immense contributions to public service and national development.

Former Senator who represented Plateau North in the National Assembly Sen. Istifanus Gyang has felicitates with former Governor Dr. Jonah David Jang, who turned 81 years.

The senator Gyang in his birthday message racalled Jang’s remarkable life, legacy, and dedication to serving Nigeria and humanity.

Gyang describing Jang as a father and elder statesman and expressed gratitude to God for the former governor’s longevity, good health, and immense service.

He noted that Jang’s life is a testament to the power of living a purpose-driven life, and his legacy continues to inspire future generations.

Senator Gyang also noted Jang’s remarkable career, which has been marked by numerous opportunities to serve Plateau State and Nigeria.

He prayed for Jang to remain strong, healthy, and finish well, leaving an enduring legacy.