Former Governor of Anambra State and the Labour Celebration presidential candidate within the 2023 normal election, Peter Obi, has reaffirmed his dedication to academic improvement whereas celebrating the formal opening of the College on the Niger in Umunya, Anambra State.
Talking on the occasion hosted by Rt. Rev. Dr. Owen Nwokolo, Obi described the establishment as a “image of progress and hope,” underscoring schooling because the cornerstone for nationwide improvement. Writing on his X-handle, he indicated that the college, established by the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), owes a part of its existence to insurance policies applied by Obi throughout his tenure as governor.
Reflecting on the early levels of the challenge, Obi revealed how his administration returned mission faculties to their unique homeowners, a transfer that cleared the trail for the church’s enlargement into larger schooling.
“I vividly recall participating the individuals of Umunya to permit the church to retain this land for academic functions,” Obi stated. “We relocated the NYSC camp to Mbaukwu and adopted it up with an preliminary donation of N50 million to assist the college’s improvement.”
The occasion drew notable dignitaries, together with Most Rev. Dr. Henry Ndukuba, Primate of All Nigeria; Prof. Chinedu Nebo, Vice Chancellor; and Chief Osita Chidoka, Chairman and Director of Website Completion.
Addressing college students, Obi careworn the transformative energy of schooling, urging them to embrace studying as a software for nationwide development.
“Schooling is the best funding we will make to safe our future,” he acknowledged. “By way of collective efforts like this, we will construct a New Nigeria that works for everybody.”
The opening of the College on the Niger alerts not simply one other addition to Nigeria’s larger schooling panorama but in addition a legacy of faith-inspired improvement and group partnership. With Obi pledging continued assist, stakeholders hope the establishment will emerge as a hub for tutorial excellence and innovation.
