The third reading was presented on the House floor by the Majority Leader, Rep. Julius Ihonvbere, during plenary on May 6, 2025
Bill to Establish Federal University of Technology in Badagry Passes Third Reading
A bill seeking the establishment of the Federal University of Technology, Badagry, has passed its third reading in the House of Representatives, marking a major legislative milestone in the push to enhance access to higher education in the region.
The proposed legislation, which now moves to the Senate for concurrence, aims to ease the burden on existing tertiary institutions and create expanded opportunities for students in Badagry and surrounding areas.
Sponsored by Hon. Sesi Oluwaseun Whingan, Deputy Chairman of the House Committee on Petroleum Resources and representative of the Badagry Federal Constituency, the bill underscores a broader commitment to closing the educational gap and fostering regional development through specialized learning.
The third reading was presented on the House floor by the Majority Leader, Rep. Julius Ihonvbere, during plenary on May 6, 2025.
Speaking in support of the bill, Hon. James Faleke emphasized the growing demand for technical education in Nigeria, particularly in the South-West. He noted that the lack of adequate local admission slots has driven many young Nigerians to seek education abroad, making the establishment of a technology-focused university in Badagry both timely and necessary.
The proposed university is expected to play a pivotal role in advancing technical innovation, research, and workforce development in the region.
“This university is a strategic response to the educational gaps that force many of our brightest minds to look beyond our borders. Lagos has long deserved an additional federal institution with a strong focus on science and technology,” he stated.
Hon. Sesi Whingan, whose persistent advocacy was instrumental in advancing the bill, expressed gratitude to his colleagues for their backing, describing the House’s decision as a major breakthrough for the people of Badagry and the broader Lagos region.
“With this development, we are closer than ever to realizing a long-standing aspiration for our people. This is about ensuring that the next generation of Nigerians can study, grow, and contribute meaningfully to society from right here at home” he said. Read More
