Primate Henry Ndukuba Seeks Support for N1.2 Billion Nursing College in Gombe
The Primate of the Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion, Henry Ndukuba, has appealed for support to complete the Walter Miller College of Nursing and Midwifery in Kaltungo, Gombe State. Speaking during a N500 million appeal fund launch held alongside the Gombe Anglican Diocese's 25th anniversary celebration, Ndukuba highlighted the College’s potential to address healthcare challenges in the North-East, including high maternal and infant mortality rates.
Chris Oyeoku Okafor 
The Primate of the Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion, Henry Ndukuba, has called for collective efforts to raise funds for the completion of the Walter Miller College of Nursing and Midwifery in Kaltungo, Gombe State.
Speaking at the appeal fund launch, which aimed to generate N500 million, the Primate highlighted the critical role the College would play in addressing healthcare challenges in Gombe State and the North-East region. The event also marked the 25th anniversary celebration of the Gombe Anglican Diocese.
According to Ndukuba, over N700 million has already been invested in constructing the College, which is set to commence academic activities once the additional funds are secured. He explained that the Church's vision for the College was born out of the need to reduce maternal and infant mortality rates in the region, historically one of the most challenging areas for childbirth.
“We realized that one of the Church's responsibilities is to partner with the government to provide care for the people. While the government cannot do everything, religious organizations can step in to fill the gaps,” the Primate stated.
Ndukuba emphasized that the College aims to produce skilled and compassionate health personnel who will serve not only in Nigeria but globally. “Our desire is for sons and daughters of Gombe to be professionally trained and to deliver healthcare with the fear of God,” he noted.
The Primate also appealed to government agencies and well-meaning individuals to support the initiative, stressing the importance of providing affordable and accessible healthcare.
“Healthcare should not be a privilege for only the wealthy. It should be a compassionate mission. Instead of flaunting wealth, we should invest in improving the lives of our people,” he urged.
The Walter Miller College of Nursing and Midwifery is expected to become a cornerstone of healthcare development in the region, providing both professional training and critical healthcare services.
This initiative underscores the Anglican Church’s commitment to addressing societal challenges and fostering development through collaboration with stakeholders.
