Reps Member To Transform Constituency To Innovation Hub

Member representing Basa/Jos North Federal Constituency of Plateau State Hon. Daniel Asama has vowed to empower the youths of his constituency to become a key player in Nigeria’s Innovation and Entrepreneurship landscape.

The federal lawmaker also said his vision is to transform his constituency from a dependent -driven economy to a self-sustaining and production-based society capable of harnessing its abundant natural resources for sustainable development.

Asama stated this while speaking to LEADERSHIP in Jos the Plateau State capital.

He further argued that he has introduced an Establishment Bill at the National Assembly seeking the creation of the Vocational and Entrepreneurship Institute, Jos.

“This institute will serve as a pivotal Center for Training, Harnessing, and Networking the Skills of the Youth, equipping them with the necessary expertise to thrive in the evolving global economy.

He further stressed, “Beyond Legislative action, Iam actively engaging governments at all levels and key stakeholders to secure meaningful Partnerships with Industry Leaders and Foreign investors”.

Asama further said, his efforts are focused on attracting investors with the capacity to create significant opportunities in the Creative, Technology, and production sectors for his people.

He recalled that in demonstrating this commitment, the Taiwan Ambassador to Nigeria, Andy Yih-Ping Liu, recently paid a courtesy visit to him in his office at the National Assembly Abuja .

According to him, during the high-level engagement, discussions were held regarding a potential Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for collaboration in Technological Innovation and Trade.

“The deliberations also explored opportunities for Constituents to travel and engage in Vocational and Business Collaborations with Taiwan, opening doors for knowledge exchange, investment, and economic growth.