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Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 General elections Peter Obi, has again donated N60 million to two educational institutions in Anambra State.
The effort is to strengthen health and education sectors he considers essential for lifting people out of poverty.
During a visit on Monday, Obi presented N50 million to Peter University in Achina and later donated N10 million to the College of Nursing Sciences in Adazi Nnukwu.
Just on Thursday last week Obi had donated N60m to support local institutions; N50m to the University on the Niger (UNINIGER) in Umunya, the university’s Iyi-Enu campus, to aid its expansion and infrastructure goals.
He also visited the School of Nursing at Iyienu Mission Hospital in Ogidi, where he contributed an additional N10 million to support healthcare training.
Writing on his X-handle on Monday, Obi expressed that the contributions align with his longstanding commitment to fostering a productive Nigeria. “Health and education are the cornerstones of development,” Obi remarked.
“A nation cannot progress without a healthy and educated workforce.” He highlighted the importance of prioritizing the future of Nigeria’s youth, given the country’s predominantly young population.

The donations are part of Obi’s broader vision of building a “New Nigeria” by investing in critical sectors that address poverty and improve citizens’ quality of life. He emphasized that such investments are crucial for creating a nation where citizens can contribute productively to economic growth and development.

Obi also extended gratitude to the proprietors, management, staff, and students of both institutions, commending their dedication to the fields of health and education.
His message of hope and commitment concluded with a reaffirmation of his belief that a “New and Productive Nigeria is Possible.”

By Friday Idachaba

A Businessman, Muhammad Sani Abdullahi (Majin Dukku), has sponsored 50 youths and women in strategic business training and empowerment on Agricultural value chain in Livestock, in Dukku Local Government of Gombe State.

Addressing newsmen at the end of the three-day programme which was held at Mohammad Inuwa Yahaya Hall, Dukku, Muhammad Sani Abdullahi said that the beneficiaries were carefully selected from Dukku town and its environs.

He said that the three-day programme was organized by the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security and National Animal Production Research Institute (NAPRI) Zaria in collaboration with AMRAH Farms Nigeria Limited.

The traditional title holder of Majin-Dukku expressed satisfaction with the success of the training programme and charged the participants to put the knowledge acquired into proper use in order to have stable and viable sources of livelihood.

In his remarks, the Community representative, Hon. Abdulkadir Abubakar Alkali, urged the participants to take advantage of the training in finding their way into businesses capable of improving their standard of living.

Hon. Abdulkadir also urged the beneficiaries to make judicious use of the items of empowerment given them as he assured that more empowerment programmes were on the way for the good Dukku people.

Earlier in his address, Dr Ayinla John, representative of the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and NAPRI, commended the facilitator for his support and developmental efforts in the community.

He urged the beneficiaries to use the opportunity accorded them to improve their livelihood and wellbeing.

In his remarks, Alhamdullilah Bello A. Tahir, Director, AMRAH Farms Nig. Ltd, represented by Mallam Suberu Ahmed Tijani, urged the beneficiaries to make use of the training programme to develop themselves and become self-reliant.

He expressed optimism that the skills acquired would improve their standard of living as he appealed to the beneficiaries to grow day-old chicks rather than sell them off for quick money as some individuals do.

Responding on behalf of the beneficiaries, the Class Governor, Bappah Ladan and his Deputy Umukulsum Abubakar thanked the Facilitator and expressed their gratitude.

They attested to the fact that the training exposed them to new ways of enhancing their businesses and appealed to other well-meaning individuals in the society to emulate the Majin-Dukku to initiate laudable projects that make direct impact on the society.

At the end of the training programme, each participant was given a Carton of day old chicks (50), 50 kg feeds, drinkers, feeders, drugs, medication and cash support. (Ends)

The President of the 9th Senate, Senator Ahmad Lawan, has donated N50 million to support victims of the recent flooding disaster in Borno State.
A statemw t by hia special advoser om Meia Dr. Ezrel Taboriwo indicated that the donation was announced during Lawan’s visit to Maiduguri on Tuesday, where he met with the Governor of Borno State, Professor Babagana Zulum, to express his condolences and solidarity.

Senator Lawan, who represents the Yobe North Senatorial District, according to the statrment arrived in Maiduguri accompanied by a high-profile delegation, including the Deputy Speaker of the Yobe State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Y’au Usman Dachia, as well as other members of the Yobe State House of Assembly, such as Rt. Hon. Adamu Dala Dogo and Hon. Sanda Karabade.

During his visit, Senator Lawan commended Governor Zulum and the Borno State Government for their swift response to the disaster. He praised their efforts to deploy emergency services, distribute relief materials, evacuate affected residents, and work towards restoring basic services. The lawmaker also acknowledged the Federal Government’s support and urged development partners and humanitarian organizations to join efforts in providing additional assistance to mitigate the impact of the floods on the affected communities.

“Governor Zulum and the Borno State Government have demonstrated commendable leadership and prompt action in responding to this crisis,” Lawan stated. “We must continue to work together to provide relief and support to those affected.”

Senator Lawan expressed his heartfelt condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in the floods and wished a speedy recovery for the injured. His delegation included key figures such as his Special Adviser on Budget, Alhaji Suleiman Jamo; Chairman of Bade Local Government Council, Hon. Ibrahim Yurema; his former Chief of Staff, Dr. Mohammed Aji; and other stakeholders from the Yobe North Senatorial District.

The donation is part of efforts to provide relief and support to communities devastated by the flooding, which has left many residents displaced and in need of basic necessities.
The statement said the generous contribution is expected to bolster ongoing relief efforts and strengthen the support network for flood victims in Borno State.