As part of its legislative business, the House of Representatives passed four Bills at Third Reading aimed at expanding access to agricultural education, healthcare, and specialised professional training across the country.

The Bills include:

Agricultural Education: A Bill to amend the Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria Act to establish the Federal College of Agriculture, Ovwor-Olomu, Ughelli South, Delta State.

Animal Health Education: A Bill to establish the Federal College of Animal Health and Production, Kaoje, Kebbi State, to strengthen capacity development in animal health, livestock production, and related fields.

Healthcare: A Bill to amend the Federal Medical Centres Act, 2022 to establish the Federal Medical Centre, Ilashe-Ipokia, Ogun State, expanding access to quality tertiary healthcare services.

Nursing Education: A Bill to establish the Federal College of Nursing and Midwifery, Thebinowerre, Imo State, to enhance the training of nurses and midwives and strengthen Nigeria’s healthcare workforce.

Following their passage by the House, the Bills will be transmitted to the Senate for concurrence and, thereafter, forwarded for Presidential assent in accordance with the legislative process.

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