The Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the last election, Mr. Peter Obi, has called on students of Grimard School of Nursing Science, Anyigba, Kogi State, to take their studies seriously and prepare for future leadership roles in Nigeria.
He made the appeal during a visit to the institution, where he fulfilled a promise made three months ago.
During his visit to the institution in July this year Obi had donated ₦10 million to support the school’s accreditation efforts and infrastructure development.
The Catholic Bishop of Idah, Most Rev. Dr. Anthony Adaji, had during the mentioned the need for a coaster bus for the school’s accreditation purposes, suggesting that a used bus might suffice.
Obi visited the institution yesterday and fulfilled his promise by presenting the school with a coaster bus and an additional ₦5 million to cover fuel and other logistical needs.
Addressing the students, he urged them to remain focused on their training, emphasising that nursing and allied sciences are in high demand globally.
He further assured the school of his continued support, noting that Grimard is one of over 22 nursing and midwifery schools that benefit from his annual educational assistance.
Speaking at the event, Bishop Adaji expressed profound gratitude, praising Obi for his steadfast commitment to education and healthcare. “Obi is not here for political reasons,” the bishop remarked. “He is here to ensure that education thrives in Nigeria. He wants to see you succeed and lead in the future. Look up to him as a model of integrity in politics.”
The Provost of the school, Mrs. Usman Obonugwa, also expressed heartfelt appreciation, thanking Obi for his generosity and his ongoing contributions to the development of the institution.
Peter Obi’s donations and visit are further testament to his dedication to improving the educational and healthcare sectors across the country.
Obi had on a day before visiting the school donated N70 million to three institutions in Onitsha, Anambra state.
He gave N50million to Shanahan University, Onitsha and N10million each to College of Nursing Sciences and Midwifery, Waterside, Onitsha and College of Nursing Sciences and Teaching Hospital, Borromeo, Nkpor respectively.
