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Senate Holds Public Hearing for Federal College of Vocational and Technical Skills in Benue

The Nigerian Senate conducted a public hearing today, October 22, 2025, for a bill to establish the Federal College of Vocational and Technical Skills Naka in Benue State. The hearing, held at the National Assembly Complex in Abuja, saw the bill’s sponsor, Senator representing Benue North-West Senatorial District, Dr. Titus Tartenger Zam, represented by his Senior Legislative Aide, Barr. Emmanuel Hundu.

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During the session, Hundu explained that the senator’s decision to sponsor the bill was driven by a deliberate effort to improve and enhance the educational status of his constituents. He emphasized that the importance of the institution to the constituency cannot be overstated, appreciating the Senate Committee on Education for advancing the bill and related legislation through critical legislative phases.

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Senator Zam, through his aide, reaffirmed his commitment to prioritizing the needs of his constituents. He promised to always put the people first in his duties of lawmaking, oversight, and constituency development. The hearing marked another step forward in the legislative process, reflecting the senator’s dedication to educational advancement in Benue State.

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The event has been hailed as a positive move toward improving vocational and technical education, with stakeholders expressing optimism about the potential impact of the proposed college.

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