(DDM) – Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, visited the School of Nursing in Bauchi today, donating ₦10 million to support their operations.
DDM gathered that Obi’s visit was part of his ongoing outreach to educational and healthcare institutions across Nigeria.
The former Anambra State governor commended the school’s management and students for their dedication to training future healthcare professionals.
He stressed that investment in nursing education was critical to addressing Nigeria’s growing healthcare needs.
According to Obi, well-trained nurses play an essential role in safeguarding community health and improving patient care nationwide.
He urged both the government and the private sector to prioritise funding for medical training institutions.
The Bauchi School of Nursing, which has produced hundreds of qualified nurses, welcomed the donation as timely.
Officials said the funds would be channelled into upgrading facilities and acquiring essential learning materials.
Students expressed appreciation for the gesture, saying it would motivate them to work harder in their studies.
Obi has consistently used his public engagements to call for improved infrastructure and training in the health sector.
During similar visits in the past, he has donated to schools, hospitals, and disaster relief efforts.
Political analysts note that his philanthropic activities continue to shape his public image as a leader invested in human capital development.
Supporters online reacted positively to the Bauchi donation, using the hashtag #PeterIsBetter to praise his leadership style
Many described the act as a model for how politicians should engage with communities outside election periods.
Healthcare experts say targeted donations like this can have a significant impact when aligned with broader systemic reforms.
They stress that while financial aid helps, Nigeria’s nursing sector also needs policy changes to address brain drain and poor working conditions.
Obi’s visit ended with a brief tour of the school’s classrooms, laboratories, and hostel facilities.
He assured staff and students that he would continue advocating for better health education in Nigeria.
The school’s principal thanked Obi for his generosity and called on other leaders to emulate his example.