4 Nov 2025

Supporting the College of Nursing Sciences, Oji River Today, I arrived in Enugu State from Lagos to visit the College of Nursing Sciences, Oji River, Enugu, following a call I received just yesterday about the school, from the Proprietor, Bishop Ikechukwu Joseph Egbuonu. I had the privilege of interacting with the students, reminding them that they have chosen one of the world’s most noble and vital professions. Nurses remain the backbone of every effective healthcare system, and their dedication continues to save lives daily. To support their learning environment and ensure continuity in training, I made a support of ₦10 million to assist the institution. Afterwards, accompanied by the Bishop, I visited the General Hospital, Oji River, Enugu which was previously owned by them. It was reassuring, however, to learn that Governor Peter Mbah has handed the facility back to the original Mission owners, and I thank him for such a noble gesture and encourage his continued support to ensure the hospital is quickly rehabilitated. That noble cause reminded me of my time as Governor of Anambra State, when we did the same, returning schools and hospitals to the voluntary agencies, who are the original founders. Many of those institutions have since grown from near collapse to becoming thriving institutions and facilities now some of the best in the country today. I commend the Bishop, Dr Ikechukwu Joseph Egbuonu, for his interest in education and healthcare, which play a critical role in shaping ethical and competent professionals in Nigeria and in advancing human development. My philosophy remains simple: when we invest in our people, schools, hospitals, and agricultural systems, we lay the foundation for a productive and prosperous nation. I remain committed to making modest contributions wherever possible, as we collectively work towards a Nigeria where every child can learn, every citizen can access quality healthcare, and every community can thrive. A New Nigeria is POssible - PO