Natasha Akpoti Uduaghan Launches 10,000 Trees Project

Senator Natasha Akpoti Uduaghan unveiled a dual initiative in Kogi Central, which includes a project to plant 10,000 carefully selected economic trees and the provision of free campus Wi-Fi at the Federal College of Education Oken. The tree planting initiative aims to combat climate change, enhance food security, restore degraded land, and create job opportunities while improving household income across the community.

The project aligns with global climate action goals and emphasizes the importance of community involvement for sustainability. Akpoti Uduaghan highlighted the significance of internet access for educational empowerment, stating that it is an essential tool for innovation and economic growth in the 21st century.

The Wi-Fi initiative is expected to provide students with unrestricted access to academic resources, digital libraries, and online courses, thereby bridging the technological gap in education.