Peter Obi Extends Generosity to Anambra Nursing School on World Sick Day

Former Anambra State Governor and 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (PDP), Peter Obi, has extended a generous hand to the College of Nursing Sciences at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Ihiala, Anambra State. On the occasion of World Sick Day, Obi donated N20 million to support the training of healthcare workers, with a particular emphasis on nurses.

SEE: Peter Obi Decries Plight of Nigerian Professors After Emotional Encounter in Nsukka

Obi, who postponed his comments due to prior commitments related to the AFCON Finals and the passing of close friends, highlighted the importance of investing in the nation's healthcare sector for societal development. He expressed his consistent support for the College of Nursing, Ihiala, since his tenure as Governor of Anambra State and commended the institution's efforts in training over a thousand students in various medical fields.

READ: Obi Hails CKC Students for Double Triumph at World Affairs Challenge

During his visit, Obi also urged the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) to reconsider stringent measures hindering nurses' verifications for migration. He emphasized the necessity of facilitating nurses' access to global opportunities, citing the potential benefits in terms of international exposure and foreign remittances, which could surpass the nation's oil revenue.

FOLOW: Obi Makes Handsome Donation to Establish College of Nursing Sciences in Enugu

Obi's donation reflects his ongoing commitment to healthcare development in Anambra State and Nigeria at large. His appeal to the NMCN underscores the importance of nurturing and supporting healthcare professionals for the nation's progress.