The House of Representatives has initiated a bill to create the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Federal University of Nigerian Languages, sponsored by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu and eight others.
This proposed university would promote Nigerian language education, expanding the country’s academic landscape.
The bill to establish the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Federal University of Nigerian Languages is moving forward swiftly, with a second reading scheduled in the coming weeks.
This next step will pave the way for a public hearing, where stakeholders can share their valuable input .
The university’s mission, as outlined in Section II, Part I of the bill, is truly inclusive and empowering.
Its goal is to “encourage the advancement of learning and provide opportunities for all individuals, regardless of race, creed, sex, or political beliefs, to acquire higher education in Nigerian languages and cultures.”
This means that everyone, from diverse backgrounds and walks of life, will have access to quality education in Nigerian languages and cultures.
The proposed university aims to develop comprehensive academic and professional programs offering diplomas, degrees, and postgraduate research opportunities
Emphasize practical skills in Nigerian languages and cultures to drive national growth and development
Serve as a catalyst for optimizing Nigeria’s natural, economic, and human resources through:
Postgraduate training and research
Innovation and entrepreneurship
By focusing on Nigerian languages and cultures, the university will equip students with valuable skills to contribute to the country’s socio-economic progress.
