The lawmaker representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has pledged to facilitate the installation of free Wi-Fi in strategic locations across her constituency as part of efforts to boost youth employment and digital innovation.
The senator made the announcement in a Facebook post on Monday following her visit to Idah Local Government Area in Kogi East, where she joined leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party to receive new defectors into the party.
Her promise comes amid increasing attention on digital infrastructure as a catalyst for economic growth, particularly in underserved communities where access to affordable internet remains limited.
According to the senator, the initiative was inspired by a suggestion from one of the new defectors, identified as Idris HK, who proposed deploying free internet services across parts of Kogi East to support content creators and young entrepreneurs.
She wrote, “I stood there loving the idea as a necessity to facilitating job creation for our youths. Whilst he spoke, he mentioned installing free Wi-Fi in strategic locations across the Eastern District to support content creators’ internet access.
“So, in the spirit of collaboration and ‘Kogi Central no dey take last’, here’s me pledging to do the same for our beloved Kogi Central.”
Akpoti-Uduaghan said the initiative would be replicated in Kogi Central, stressing the need to leverage digital access to drive job creation and innovation among young people.
She disclosed that engagement with internet service providers would begin immediately, alongside plans to identify suitable locations for deployment.
“Internet providers shall be contacted, proper locations identified, and installations done soon,” she assured.
Akpoti-Uduaghan further emphasised the importance of unity and collaboration among the state’s three senatorial districts—Central, East and West—urging leaders to prioritise collective progress over rivalry.
She said, “Here’s to forward-thinking leadership. Cheers to smart collaboration, not unhealthy competition amongst the Central, Eastern, and Western districts of Kogi State. Cheers to our great party, the PDP.”
The proposed rollout is expected to expand opportunities for youths in Kogi Central, particularly those involved in digital entrepreneurship, social media, and content creation, by providing reliable, cost-free internet access.
The move reflects a broader shift among Nigerian policymakers towards harnessing digital connectivity as a driver of economic inclusion, innovation and youth empowerment.
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