Peter Obi, a notable advocate for impactful development, health, education, and poverty alleviation, made a significant donation of N50 million to the University on the Niger (UNINIGER), Umunya, during a recent visit to their Iyi-Enu take-off campus.

Additionally, Obi extended his support to the Iyienu Mission Hospital’s School of Nursing in Ogidi, contributing another N10 million.

Obi emphasized his perspective on financial aid to sectors like health, education, and poverty reduction, stressing that such funds are not merely expenditures but crucial investments in Nigeria’s future.

He called out the continued neglect of the health and education sectors, which suffer from underfunding, infrastructural challenges, and a lack of governmental focus, resulting in long-lasting negative effects on citizens and the country as a whole.

In particular, the health sector is in a dire state, plagued by a shortage of medical professionals and an ongoing gap in infrastructure.

Obi noted that Nigeria’s current ratio of doctors and nurses falls significantly below the standards recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO), highlighting the urgent need to bridge this gap.

The lack of healthcare personnel, Obi stressed, is a critical concern impacting Nigeria’s health system and, consequently, the well-being of countless Nigerians.

This shortage of healthcare professionals has led to compromised patient care, particularly in rural areas, where medical resources are already scarce.

Obi argued that the only sustainable solution lies in intensifying investment in the training and development of healthcare professionals nationwide.

Without a structured approach to training doctors, nurses, and other medical staff, Obi believes the gap will only widen, further straining the health sector.

In thanking the Proprietor, Management, Staff, and Students of both institutions, he acknowledged their vital roles in strengthening Nigeria’s health and education sectors and encouraged them to persist in their efforts.

Peter Obi’s optimism for a “New Nigeria” remains undeterred.

He expressed his confidence that these “sacrificial investments” would eventually bring about significant change, creating a foundation upon which future development can be built

The Cheetahs of Benin, under head coach Gernot Rohr, have announced a 24-man squad for their crucial 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Nigeria and Libya.

The squad includes key players like goalkeeper Saturnin Allagbe, Olivier Verdon, and Junior Olaitan, along with captain Steve Mounie, Jodel Dossou, and Aiyegun Tosin.

Benin will face Nigeria’s Super Eagles on November 14 at the Felix Houphouet-Boigny Stadium in Abidjan, before traveling for an away match against Libya’s Mediterranean Knights on November 18.

Currently, Benin sits second in Group D with six points from four games, aiming to secure qualification with these upcoming fixtures.

The Heritage Foundation has intensified efforts to release Prince Harry’s U.S. immigration records, asserting that his disclosures could have affected his entry eligibility.

After DHS denied their Freedom of Information request, a judge ruled in September to keep the files private—a decision now under appeal by Heritage.

Heritage spokesperson Nile Gardiner argued that revealing the records aligns with public interest, adding, “The rule of law should apply equally to everyone.” He also suggested that the Biden administration’s protection of Harry may end after the inauguration, with growing calls in Congress for transparency.

Tensions have persisted between Harry and former President Trump, who has openly criticized the prince and indicated he wouldn’t offer him protection if re-elected. Gardiner predicts a decision on the matter within a year.