By Nathaniel Zacchaeus, Abuja
Yesterday, the Senate confirmed Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche’s appointment as the Comptroller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS).
The Senate confirmed on Tuesday, following the presentation and consideration of Senator Adams Oshiomhole (APC Edo North) ‘s led Senate Committee on Interior.
In his presentation, Senator Adams Oshiomhole said, “That the Senate do Receive and Consider the Report of the Committee on Interior on the confirmation of the nomination of Nwakuche, Sylvester Ndidi mni, MFR for appointment as Controller-General; Nigerian Correctional Service (NCS).”
In his remarks after the confirmation, the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, urged the confirmed Comptroller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) to use his office to end cases of jailbreak in the country.
He said he is coming at a difficult time when we hear cases of jailbreak in the country.
Akpabio said, “To whom much is given, much is expected. I hope that his appointment will bring an end to jailbreak.”
Tinubu asked the Senate on Tuesday last week to consider and confirm Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche’s nomination as the Controller-General of NCoS.
*As Bill to establish specialised varsity in Epe, scales second reading
Meanwhile, the Senate passed a bill on second reading yesterday to establish the Federal University of Science and Technology in Epe, Lagos State.
Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, the Leader of the Senate, sponsored the bill, which Senator Oyelola Ashiru, the Deputy Leader of the Senate, seconded.
Leading the debate on the proposed university, Bamidele explained the significance of establishing the new university, which was designed to produce highly skilled graduates to drive the country’s innovation and economic growth.
Bamidele, representing Ekiti Central, said when finally established, the university would provide top-notch education in various fields of science and technology that would drive the country’s digital economy
In specific terms, according to him, the university will offer a wide range of undergraduate programmes in fields such as Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, National Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics among others.
He further explained that the proposed university “aims to produce highly skilled graduates who will drive innovation and economic growth in Nigeria.
“This is the fundamental justification for establishing this specialised institution of higher learning, Federal University of Science and Technology, Epe, Lagos State.
“For Nigeria to become one of the world’s leading economies, as currently being pursued by this administration, we must be ready to adjust and position our educational institutions so that their products are geared for the technological challenges inherent in such projections.
“The proposed University of Science and Technology is a tertiary institution dedicated to providing top-notch education in various fields of science and technology.
Buttressing Bamidele’s justification for establishing the university, Ashiru noted that Epe symbolised the new Lagos, gradually emerging as the country’s fast-growing hub of economic and industrial complex.
According to the deputy senate leader, Epe is where the new development occurs. It is near Ibeju-Lekki, the hub of industrial activities, the creative economy, and real estate development.
With the host community’s rising profile, Ashiru urged the upper chamber to unanimously approve the University’s creation to advance the Community and Nigeria as a Whole.
Consequently, the Senate passed the bill into second reading and referred it to the Senate Committee on Tertiary Institutions and TETFund to report back to the plenary within four weeks
In a related development, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Senate Matters, Senator Basheer Lado, has commended his principal for assenting to South West and South-South Development Commissions Bills as well as the Nigeria Anti-Doping Bill 2025.
Lado, who made the commendation in a statement, described presidential assets to the bills as monumental milestones and a testament to visionary leadership and national progress.
The statement read, “President Bola Tinubu’s decisive and visionary assent to the South-West Development Commission Bill, the South-South Development Commission Bill, and the Nigeria Anti-Doping Bill, 2025.
“These landmark legislations reflect President Tinubu’s relentless commitment to inclusive governance, equitable progress, and Nigeria’s emergence as a global powerhouse.
“His Excellency has once again demonstrated that leadership is not merely about policies—it is about impact, legacy, and a deep-rooted dedication to uplifting every citizen.
“By signing into law the establishment of the South-West and South-South Development Commissions, President Tinubu has reaffirmed his role as a transformational leader who prioritises regional empowerment, economic expansion, and infrastructural excellence.
“Building on the foundation of his earlier assent to the South-East and North-West Development Commissions, it is evident that President Tinubu is deliberate in bringing development across all regions.
“These commissions will serve as catalysts for industrial growth, job creation, and social advancement—ensuring that every corner of Nigeria benefits from his administration’s progressive vision.
“This is the mark of a true statesman—one who understands that a nation’s strength lies in its ability to uplift all regions without bias.
“Similarly, the Nigeria Anti-Doping Bill 2025 is another bold step that solidifies Nigeria’s commitment to global sports fairness, excellence, and integrity.
“President Tinubu has once again positioned Nigeria as a nation of high ethical standards, ensuring that our athletes compete on the world stage with honour and credibility.
“By domesticating the UNESCO International Convention Against Doping in Sports, his administration has safeguarded the future of Nigerian sports, protecting our athletes from unfair practices while reinforcing our global reputation as a country that upholds integrity.
“This momentous occasion underscores President Tinubu’s unmatched leadership—one that is proactive, decisive, and deeply attuned to the needs and aspirations of the Nigerian people.
“His ability to enact groundbreaking policies that foster unity, drive economic prosperity, and elevate our international standing speaks volumes of his unwavering dedication to national transformation.”
