Peter Obi Announces Donation of $50,000, N15 Million to Anambra Hospital
- Peter Obi has expressed his commitment to Nigeria's development by focusing on measurable standards like the Human Development Index (HDI)
- The LP presidential candidate made a generous donation to the Immaculate Heart Specialist Hospital in Anambra state
- The former governor, during his visit to the hospital, reinforced his commitment to societal betterment and healthcare improvement
Legit.ng journalist Esther Odili has over two years of experience covering political parties and movements
Anambra state, Awka - The Labour Party (LP) flagbearer in the 2023 presidential election, Peter Obi, recently paid a visit to the Immaculate Heart Specialist Hospital in Nkpor, Anambra state.
Source: Twitter
The former governor of Anambra state made this known in a series of tweets posted on his X page (formerly Twitter) on Thursday, Janaury 11.
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Speaking on his mission to the hospital, Obi said he was driven by his "commitment to the real development of Nigeria, using the most measurable standard yardstick, the Human Development Index, HDI."
During his visit to the hospital, Obi presented a cheque of $50,000 and N15 million respectively to the management.
The presidential hopeful tweeted:
"Driven by my commitment to the real development of Nigeria, using the most measurable standard yardstick, the Human Development Index, HDI, yesterday, I visited a very critical health facility, the Immaculate Heart Specialist Hospital in Nkpor, Anambra State.
"During my visit to the hospital managed by the Immaculate Heart of Mary Sisters congregation, I presented them with a cheque of $50,000 and N15 million respectively.
"The $50,000 sum came from a kind-hearted very dear friend and brother, Prof Philip Ozuah, whose commitment to a better society and humanity is immeasurable. The N15 million came from my humble self, as part of my commitment to that health facility."
Obi's donation has got many talking online. Many Nigerians hailed the presidential hopeful for his generosity.
Photos emerge as Peter Obi visits alma mater in Anambra
In another development, Peter Obi got many talking as he visited his alma mater, Christ the King College (CKC), in Onitsha, Anambra state.
The presidential hopeful took to his X page (formerly Twitter) on Sunday, November 26, 2023, to share photos of his visit to the school.
Speaking on his mission, Obi joined the students to celebrate the momentous occasion of the 90th Founders Day anniversary of the institution.
Peter Obi reacts to Betta Edu’s suspension, sends message to Tinubu
In another development, Legit.ng reported that Peter Obi, on Wednesday, January 10, 2024 commended President Tinubu for suspending the minister of humanitarian affairs and poverty alleviation, Dr Betta Edu, over the N585 million scandal.
In a series of tweets posted on his X page (formerly Twitter), Obi opined that suspending Betta Edu is not enough, rather a full-blown investigation should be launched into the alleged financial misconduct.
The LP chieftain again expressed interest in the fight against corruption in Nigeria, urged President Tinubu to ensure that "the investigation must be comprehensive so that all those guilty are brought to book."
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