Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Unveils Free Wi-Fi Plan for Youth Empowerment

Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Unveils Free Wi-Fi Plan for Youth Empowerment

The Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has pledged to facilitate the installation of free Wi-Fi in strategic locations across her constituency to enhance youth employment and digital innovation.

She made the announcement in a Facebook post on Monday after visiting Idah Local Government Area in Kogi East, where she joined leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party to receive defectors into the party.

Akpoti-Uduaghan said the initiative was inspired by a suggestion from a new party member, Idris HK, who proposed deploying free internet services to support content creators and young entrepreneurs.

Highlighting the importance of digital access, the lawmaker said the move would help unlock job opportunities, especially in underserved communities where affordable internet remains scarce.

“In the spirit of collaboration and ‘Kogi Central no dey take last’, I am pledging to replicate the initiative in our district,” she said.

She added 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.
The senator also called for stronger unity among Kogi State’s three senatorial districts—Central, East and West urging leaders to prioritise collaboration over unhealthy competition.

The initiative is expected to boost opportunities for youths involved in digital entrepreneurship, social media, and content creation, while reinforcing efforts to use connectivity as a tool for economic growth and inclusion.