Obi Donates ₦10 Million to Imo Hospital

…Urges greater investment in healthcare
By Our Reporter

Former Labour Party presidential candidate Mr. Peter Obi donated N10 million to support healthcare services at Ehime General Hospital, located in Ehime Mbano Local Government Area of Imo State.

Obi made the donation during a visit to the hospital, where he was received by the Catholic Archbishop of Owerri, Most Rev. David Onuoha, along with members of the clergy and hospital management. The Archbishop praised Obi for his continued support of critical sectors, especially health and education, describing his interventions as impactful and self‑less.

Ehime General Hospital, now managed by the Catholic Diocese, is currently undergoing renovation.

Plans are also underway to establish a nursing school within the hospital complex to improve healthcare training and service delivery in the area.

The Diocese will oversee the facility as part of efforts to improve its management and expand access to quality healthcare services for residents.

During the visit, Obi stressed the importance of sustained investment in healthcare and education, describing both sectors as essential pillars of national development.

He said a healthy and educated population remains the foundation for economic growth and social progress.

Obi also called on governments at all levels to provide greater support for healthcare initiatives, noting that faith‑based institutions continue to play a significant role in complementing government efforts in providing essential services.

He added that strengthening collaboration among government, private individuals and religious organisations would help address challenges in the health sector and improve access to quality medical care.

The former Anambra State governor noted that investments in healthcare infrastructure and personnel development are necessary to achieve sustainable improvements in service delivery.

The visit highlighted ongoing efforts to strengthen healthcare infrastructure in Imo State through partnerships involving private individuals, religious institutions and the public sector.

It also underscored plans to expand healthcare training opportunities through the proposed nursing school, which stakeholders believe will contribute to the development of skilled healthcare professionals and improved medical services in the region.

Obi’s donation is expected to support the ongoing renovation of the hospital and enhance its capacity to meet the healthcare needs of surrounding communities.

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