Fidelity Advert
POWELL Ad

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, representing Abia North, has expressed profound gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for signing into law the bills establishing the Federal College of Education, Bende, and the Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences, Bende, both in Abia State.

Rising under Order 41 of the Senate Standing Rules to make a personal explanation during Wednesday’s plenary, the former Abia State Governor and ex-Senate Chief Whip also thanked his colleagues in the Senate and the leadership of the National Assembly for their support.

The Chairman of the Senate Committee on South-East Development Commission (SEDC) assured that the people of Abia North would reciprocate the President’s gesture at the polls.

“I want to thank the Deputy Speaker in the House of Representatives, the entire Senate, and my colleagues who stood by me in pushing for these institutions. Most importantly, I thank Mr. President, who has always demonstrated that even when you don’t work for him politically, you can still benefit from his leadership,” Senator Kalu said.

He added, “I am confident that our people will show their appreciation in the next election. Education is vital for our communities, and I thank everyone who contributed to this process.”

President Tinubu had on June 16 signed into law three education bills sponsored by the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu. The new laws establish the Federal College of Education, Bende; the Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences, Bende; and the Federal University of Okigwe in Imo State.

According to the Deputy Speaker, the institutions will provide quality education and research opportunities, addressing the educational needs of the Southeast region. He noted that the Federal College of Education, Bende, will offer full-time courses and training in technology, applied sciences, commerce, arts, social sciences, humanities, and management.

Similarly, the Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences, Item, Bende, will provide world-class medical education and training at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, while advancing research in medical sciences, health policy, and healthcare delivery.

LEAVE A REPLY

Please enter your comment!
Please enter your name here