Ndume Celebrates Passage of Shani Agricultural College Bill

Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume, representing Borno South, has celebrated the passage of the Federal College of Agriculture, Shani Bill as one of his lifetime achievements in the National Assembly. The Senate passed the bill during its third reading on Thursday, following the adoption of the report from the Committee on Agricultural Colleges and Institutions.

Ndume emphasized the agricultural significance of Shani Local Government, known for its production of rice, tomatoes, and onions, and its proximity to agricultural zones in Adamawa and Bauchi States. He expressed his excitement about this legislative accomplishment, particularly as the current session of the National Assembly nears its conclusion.

Ndume stated that the establishment of the college would facilitate the dissemination of modern agricultural knowledge to rural farmers, ultimately boosting food production. The bill is now set to be presented to the House of Representatives for concurrence.