Dr. Abbas Tajudeen, Speaker of the House of Representatives, announced seven new federal institutions for Zaria in the 2025 budget during a Ramadan Iftar event. These institutions aim to elevate Zaria’s profile in higher education. Further commitments include scholarships for 2,500 students, additional support for 4,000, and a call for prayers for national stability.
Dr. Abbas Tajudeen, the Speaker of Nigeria’s House of Representatives, has announced the inclusion of seven new federal institutions in Zaria as part of the 2025 budget. This announcement was made during a Ramadan Iftar event in Zaria, highlighting the initiative’s aim to enhance Zaria’s status as a center for higher education.
The proposed institutions include a Federal College of Agriculture, a Federal Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Institute, a Federal Technical College, a Centre for Management Development, a Technology Incubation Centre, a School for the Disabled (covering primary and secondary education), along with four new federal secondary schools. Tajudeen reassured constituents of ongoing development projects that would deliver direct benefits in the upcoming fiscal year.
Further commitments from the Speaker included the upcoming release of scholarships for 2,500 disadvantaged students, with an additional 4,000 set to gain from the initiative. He expressed his appreciation for the continuous support from his constituents, acknowledging it as crucial to his success in the National Assembly.
In his remarks, Tajudeen also requested prayers for President Bola Tinubu, noting that such efforts could aid in addressing pressing issues such as inflation and improving GDP growth. He highlighted significant improvements in security under the current administration’s comprehensive approach.
Alhaji Garba-Datti Babawo, the National Vice Chairman (North-West) of the All Progressives Congress, praised Tajudeen for fostering inclusivity and collaboration among legislators, irrespective of personal or political differences. He encouraged the Speaker to persist in his leadership style that cultivates peace and unity within the House of Representatives.
Residents and various stakeholders, including politicians and community leaders, expressed their continued confidence in the Speaker during the gathering, underscoring a collective endorsement of his leadership.
The announcement by Dr. Abbas Tajudeen regarding the establishment of additional federal institutions in Zaria highlights a strategic move towards enhancing higher education and local development. This initiative, along with the commitment to health and support for students, reflects a comprehensive approach to addressing community needs. The support from constituents and fellow leaders signifies a united front in pursuing progress and stability in the region.
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