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Peter Obi Donates N60 Million to Boost Education and Health in Nigeria
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
LeBron James, the NBA’s all-time leading scorer and Los Angeles Lakers star, has announced a temporary break from social media.
The 39-year-old made the announcement on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram after sharing a post by Rich Kleiman, agent to NBA star Kevin Durant, criticizing the media’s focus on negativity.
Kleiman wrote, “With so much hate and negativity in the world today, it confuses me why some of the national sports media still think that the best way to cover sports is through negative takes… I, for one, find it all a waste of breath.” James shared the post, adding a simple comment: “AMEN!!”
In a follow-up post, James confirmed his social media hiatus, writing, “And with that said, I’ll holla at y’all! Getting off social media for the time being. Y’all take care.”
James, known for his strong presence on and off the court, is taking this break amidst ongoing discussions about the role of media in shaping public perceptions of athletes.
Lagos State Governor, Sanwo-Olu presents 3 Trillion Naira as the budget for the proposed Appropriation Bill for 2025 to the house of assembly. The assembly meeting was led by Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa. The budget is themed Budget of Sustainability and will be a blue print for the commitment to Lagosians.
The ceremony was held in the state house, Alausa, Lagos. With this proposed bill the state government is focusing on environment, education, technology, security and public safety.
Former Petroleum Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke has filed a motion to amend her lawsuit challenging the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) order for the final forfeiture of her seized assets.
At a Federal High Court hearing in Abuja presided over by Justice Inyang Ekwo, Alison-Madueke’s counsel confirmed filing the amendment motion and serving the EFCC. Notably, no EFCC representatives appeared in court.
The embattled ex-minister also sought an extension of time to contest the EFCC’s public notice regarding the sale of her confiscated properties, claiming she was denied a fair hearing during the forfeiture proceedings.
The EFCC, however, rejected Alison-Madueke’s allegations, maintaining that the forfeiture cases were lawfully adjudicated over time.
Justice Ekwo adjourned the case to February 17, 2025, to consider the motion to amend the originating process.
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