Peter Obi gives 50M to University on the Niger and 10M to Iyienu Mission Hospital.
Peter Obi, the former governor of Anambra State and 2023 Labour Party Nigerian Presidential Candidate, has made a significant impact with his donations to two esteemed institutions. In a single day, he donated 50 million Naira to the University on the Niger and 10 million Naira to Iyienu Mission Hospital
This generous act is a testament to Obi’s commitment to education and healthcare in Nigeria. Iyienu Mission Hospital, in particular, has a rich history dating back to 1890 when it was established by the Church Missionary Society. Today, it remains a vital healthcare provider in the region, and Obi’s donation will undoubtedly support its ongoing efforts to deliver quality care.
Donation Breakdown
– University on the Niger : 50 million Naira
– yienu Mission Hospital : 10 million Naira
Obi’s visit to Iyienu Mission Hospital earlier this year highlights his interest in the institution’s growth and development As a respected leader, his contributions will undoubtedly inspire others to follow in his footsteps.
EXERPT:
In line with my commitment to investing in critical areas that drive development, health education, and poverty reduction, I visited the University on the Niger (UNINIGER), Umunya, yesterday, at their take-off campus in Iyi-Enu, and donated N50 million. I also visited the School of Nursing at Iyienu Mission Hospital, Ogidi, where I made an additional donation of N10 million.
I have consistently emphasised that the financial support we give to health, education, and poverty reduction initiatives is not expenditure, but an investment in crucial areas that will propel our development.
Our health and education sectors continue to suffer from severe neglect and lack of government attention, with dire consequences manifesting in various ways.
The health sector, for example, is not only burdened by funding gaps, infrastructure deficits, and non-transparent execution of health projects, but also suffers from a significant shortage of healthcare professionals across the country.
We currently face a shortage of doctors and nurses, falling far below WHO’s recommendations.
The solution to this urgent shortage lies in investing more aggressively in the training of healthcare professionals nationwide.
I am, therefore, deeply convinced that our sacrificial investments today will form the foundation of tomorrow’s development strides.
I thank the Proprietor, Management, Staff, and Students of both the University and the School of Nursing for their contributions to our health and education sectors.
I remain confident that a New Nigeria is Possible. -PO
Source: https://x.com/PeterObi/status/1854767943332008418?t=LgkBGZPpWF7DLuiqpCrr3g&s=19
