Kogi Assembly Approves Bills for Agriculture and Healthcare

The Kogi State House of Assembly, led by Speaker Aliyu Umar Yusuf, passed two important bills: the Kogi State College of Agriculture, Ochaja-Egume Establishment Bill, 2026, and the Kogi State Free Maternal and Neonatal Healthcare Services Bill, 2025. The bills were approved after a thorough clause-by-clause consideration and final readings.

The proposed College of Agriculture aims to equip young people and residents with agricultural knowledge and skills, contributing to the state's economic diversification through agriculture. Yusuf emphasized that a well-funded institution could enhance agricultural productivity, create jobs, and generate revenue.

The Free Maternal and Neonatal Healthcare Services Bill seeks to eliminate financial barriers for pregnant women and newborns in accessing essential healthcare at government facilities. Yusuf expressed concern over women being unable to afford necessary treatments and urged the Executive to assent to the bill, which would improve maternal and neonatal health outcomes in Kogi State.

He commended the Assembly members for their engagement in the legislative process.