The senator representing Delta South Senatorial District, Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas has sponsored the Federal Polytechnics Act (Amendment) Bill, 2024 (SB 540). The bill, which seeks to establish the Federal Polytechnic, Bomadi, successfully passed its first reading in the Senate on November 21, 2024.
The proposed Federal Polytechnic is envisioned as a transformative institution aimed at equipping the youth with technical and vocational skills essential for driving economic development in Delta State and across Nigeria.
The institution will specialize in technical and vocational disciplines, addressing industry skill gaps and preparing graduates who are not only job-ready but also capable of innovation.
It is expected to drive economic growth by creating a skilled workforce aimed at attracting investments, spur industrial growth, and generate sustainable employment opportunities for the region.
It will provide quality education to underserved communities, particularly in rural areas, fostering social equity and reducing disparities in educational access.
The establishment of the polytechnic will lead to direct and indirect job creation, significantly boosting the economy of Bomadi and its environs.
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Senator Joel-Onowakpo emphasized that the polytechnic would help engage the youth of Delta South in creative and productive education, reducing restiveness and enhancing oil production output in the region.
“This institution will serve as a beacon of hope for our teeming youth, equipping them with the skills necessary to build a better future while contributing to national development,” the Senator stated.
The Senator called on the people of Delta South Senatorial District and stakeholders to support the bill, assuring his commitment to ensuring its passage into law.
“As your Senator, I am deeply committed to making this vision a reality. Together, we can pave the way for a brighter and more prosperous future for Delta South,” he said.
With the bill’s successful first reading, Senator Joel-Onowakpo is set to engage his colleagues and other stakeholders to push it through subsequent legislative stages.
