Nasarawa: Bill to improve welfare package for NAYEA passes second reading

A bill aimed at enhancing the welfare package for personnel of the Nasarawa Youth Empowerment Agency (NAYEA) and boosting revenue generation has passed its second reading at the Nasarawa State House of Assembly (NSHA).

The bill, sponsored by Mr. Solomon Akwashiki (SDP, Lafia), was discussed during Monday’s plenary session, with Speaker Danladi Jatau announcing its progression.

Jatau pointed out the bill’s potential to empower youth through various skills acquisition programs once it becomes law.

He praised Akwashiki and other lawmakers for their constructive contributions, stating the bill’s importance for the state’s development.

“I commit this bill to the House standing committee on Youth and Sports to work on it and report back to the House on August 21, 2024.

“The committee is to consider various contributions and inputs by members while writing their report, and I expect a thorough job,” he stated.

In presenting the bill, Mr. Solomon Akwashiki outlined its goals, including the provision of adult education and vocational skills for youths and other residents of the state.

Akwashiki stressed that the bill would create job opportunities and enhance revenue for the state government.

While urging his colleagues to support the bill’s passage, he said, “This bill will include adult education and the creation of vocational skills for youths, among others.

“It will create job opportunities and generate revenue for the state’s coffers.”

The bill received unanimous support from lawmakers, including Ibrahim Abdullahi Sa’ad, Suleiman Azara, Daniel Ogazi, Musa Ibrahim Musa Saidu Gude, and Mohammed Garba Isimbabi.

They agreed that the proposed legislation would alleviate challenges faced by the youth in Nasarawa State.

They also called for improved welfare packages for NAYEA personnel to ensure effective service delivery.