Senate passes bill to establish Federal College of Agriculture in Borno

The Senate has officially approved legislation aiming to establish a Federal College of Agriculture in Shani Local Government Area of Borno State, according to recent wire reports. This decision came after the Senate deliberated on a comprehensive report submitted by its Agricultural Colleges and Institutions Committee during a plenary session on Thursday.

Sen. Mohammed Ali Ndume, representing Borno South Senatorial District, presented the bill for its final reading. Ndume emphasized that the proposed institution would significantly boost agricultural education and enhance farming practices both within the region and nationwide. He explained that the college would empower farmers to transition from conventional farming methods to modern, technology-driven techniques, thereby elevating agricultural productivity.

Ndume highlighted that the college would equip farmers with contemporary agricultural knowledge, promote superior farming techniques, and provide access to superior crop varieties. He further noted that Shani in Borno South is renowned for the cultivation of rice, tomatoes, and onions, regions that also share borders with agricultural powerhouses like Adamawa and Bauchi states.

The senator considered the passage of the bill as a monumental achievement, particularly as the current legislative term nears its conclusion.