The Nigerian House of Representatives is advancing a significant legislative proposal titled “A Bill for an Act to Amend the Federal College of Education Act, Cap. F8, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004 to Establish Federal College of Education (Technical) Ogute–Okpella, Edo State and for Related Matters” (HB. 912). Sponsored by Hon. Julius Ihonvbere, this bill aims to create a new federal institution focused on technical and vocational teacher education. Bill progress: Committee stage.
The primary goal of this legislative proposal is to enhance access to teacher training and technical education across Nigeria. By amending the Federal College of Education Act, the National Assembly can legally establish new colleges, particularly with a focus on technical education. This initiative reflects a growing demand for skilled workforce training in various economic sectors, aiming to provide practical and applicable skills for future educators.
Hon. Julius Ihonvbere, who represents the Owan Federal Constituency in Edo State and serves as the Majority Leader of the House of Representatives, has sponsored this bill. His commitment to establishing a Federal College of Education in Ogute–Okpella demonstrates an effort to bolster educational infrastructure in his constituency and promote federal development within the state.
The establishment of the Federal College of Education (Technical) in Ogute–Okpella represents a meaningful step toward enhancing educational opportunities and addressing the technical training needs of Nigeria’s workforce.
