A bill proposing the establishment of a Federal University of Technology in Badagry has successfully passed its third reading in the House of Representatives, marking a significant step toward expanding access to tertiary education in the region.
The legislation, which now awaits concurrence in the Senate, is intended to reduce the pressure on existing higher institutions and offer more educational opportunities for students in Badagry and its environs.
Spearheaded by Hon. Sesi Oluwaseun Whingan, Deputy Chairman of the House Committee on Petroleum Resources and representative of Badagry Federal Constituency, the bill reflects strategic efforts to bridge the education gap in the area.
The third reading was formally presented on the House floor by the Majority Leader, Rep. Julius Ihonvbere, during plenary on May 6, 2025.
Lending his voice to the discussion, Hon. James Faleke stressed the critical need for a technical university in Badagry, highlighting that many young Nigerians, particularly from the South-West, are increasingly turning to foreign institutions due to limited local admission spaces.
“This university is a strategic response to the educational gaps that force many of our brightest minds to look beyond our borders. Lagos has long deserved an additional federal institution with a strong focus on science and technology,” he stated.
Hon. Sesi Whingan, whose persistent advocacy was instrumental in advancing the bill, expressed gratitude to his colleagues for their backing, describing the House’s decision as a major breakthrough for the people of Badagry and the broader Lagos region.
“With this development, we are closer than ever to realizing a long-standing aspiration for our people. This is about ensuring that the next generation of Nigerians can study, grow, and contribute meaningfully to society from right here at home” he added.
