The Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi, has reaffirmed his commitment to human capital development with a ₦15 million donation to the Philomena College of Nursing Sciences in Benin City, Edo State.
Obi, who visited the institution as part of his efforts to promote healthcare, education, and poverty alleviation, said these three pillars are essential for Nigeria’s development.
“For Nigeria to truly develop, we must prioritise healthcare, education, and poverty alleviation—core pillars that define every progressive nation,” he stated.
He described Philomena College of Nursing as a key player in strengthening Nigeria’s healthcare system and expressed appreciation for the dedication of its management, staff, and students.
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“To aid their ongoing work in training dedicated nurses and improving healthcare delivery, I made a modest contribution of ₦15 million. Such investments are among the most effective ways to build a better future,” Obi said.
He stressed that meaningful national transformation would only be possible through sustained investments in human development.
“A New Nigeria will emerge when we invest in our people and lift them out of poverty,” he added.
