Senator Natasha pledges free wi-fi for Kogi constituents
Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has pledged to facilitate the installation of free Wi-Fi in strategic locations across her constituency to boost youth employment and digital innovation.
The senator 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 welcome new members into the party.
Her promise comes amid growing recognition of digital infrastructure as a key driver of economic growth, especially in underserved communities where affordable internet access remains limited.
According to Akpoti-Uduaghan, the idea was inspired by a suggestion from one of the new party members, identified as Idris HK, who proposed providing free internet services in parts of Kogi East to support content creators and young entrepreneurs.
She wrote:
“I stood there loving the idea as a necessity for creating jobs for our youths. While 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 because 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 also be implemented in Kogi Central, stressing the need to use digital access as a tool for job creation and innovation among young people.
She added that discussions with internet service providers would begin immediately, while suitable locations for deployment would also be identified.
“Internet providers shall be contacted, proper locations identified, and installations done soon,” she assured.
The senator further emphasised the importance of unity and collaboration among Kogi State’s three senatorial districts—Central, East, and West—urging leaders to focus on collective progress rather than rivalry.
She said:
“Here’s to forward-thinking leadership. Cheers to smart collaboration, not unhealthy competition among the Central, Eastern, and Western districts of Kogi State. Cheers to our great party, the PDP.”
The proposed rollout is expected to create new opportunities for youths in Kogi Central, particularly those involved in digital entrepreneurship, social media, and content creation, by providing reliable and cost-free internet access.
The move also reflects a broader shift among Nigerian policymakers toward leveraging digital connectivity to drive economic inclusion, innovation, and youth empowerment.