The former Governor of Anambra State and Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the last election, Mr. Peter Obi, on Tuesday donated a coaster bus and N5million to Grimard School of Nursing Science, Anyigba, Kogi State, with a call on the students to take their studies seriously and prepare for future leadership roles in Nigeria.
He had donated N10 million during his previous visit to the school and Tuesday’s
visit was to fulfill a promise made during his previous visit three months ago.
Obi said at the occasion that the N10 million he donated previously was to support the school’s accreditation efforts and infrastructure development.
It will be recalled that during that visit, the Catholic Bishop of Idah, Most Rev. Dr. Anthony Adaji, mentioned the need for a coaster bus for accreditation purposes, suggesting that a used bus might suffice.
Obi fulfilled his promise by presenting the school with a coaster bus and an additional ₦5 million which he said was to cover fuel and other logistical needs.
He urged the students 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.
He said: “Obi is not here for political reasons. 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#
Picture: Obi presenting the key to a coaster bus to Bishop Anthony Adaji, for Grimard School of Nursing Sciences.
