- Donations to Schools: Peter Obi donated N20 million each to schools across Anambra State, including Holy Child Nursery and Primary School, Isiagu; Holy Spirit Secondary School, Ebenebe; and St. Anthony Secondary School, Ikenga .
- Support for Education: Obi emphasized the importance of education, encouraging students to pursue academic excellence and see themselves as future leaders capable of driving positive change .
- Total Donations: He donated a total of N60 million to Peter University and School of Nursing in Anambra State, with N50 million going to the university and N10 million to the school of nursing .
- Previous Donations: Obi has a history of supporting education, previously donating N200 million to various institutions and N70 million to three higher institutions in Anambra State .
- Philanthropic Efforts: His philanthropic efforts have earned him recognition as the “Father of Education” in Anambra, with his contributions transforming the state’s education sector .
Peter Obi, the former governor of Anambra State and Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has continued his philanthropic efforts with a generous donation of N60 million to Peter University and School of Nursing in Anambra State. This donation reflects his commitment to strengthening educational institutions and underscores the transformative power of quality education in driving national development .
Breakdown of the Donation:
• N50 million for Peter University
• N10 million for the School of Nursing, Adazi-Nnukwu
Obi emphasized that education is the “most impactful tool for societal progress” and encouraged students to pursue academic excellence, seeing themselves as future leaders capable of driving positive change. He also addressed the trend of skilled nurses emigrating for better opportunities, advising them to return once the country is reformed.
The Catholic Bishop of Awka Diocese, Most Reverend Paulinus Ezeokafor, expressed gratitude to Obi for his steadfast commitment to education, highlighting his pivotal role in transforming education in the state. Obi’s contributions to the university, particularly his sponsorship of the entrepreneurship centre, aim to equip students with practical skills for self-reliance and innovation .
