Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi, has donated ₦10 million to support the Aguata Anglican Diocese of the Anglican Communion to acquire and resuscitate the Good Hope Specialist Hospital in Isulo, Orumba-North local government area of Anambra State.
Presenting a cheque of the ₦10 million yesterday to the representative of the Aguata Anglian diocese, Rev Dr Kamtochukwu, at the premises of the hospital in Isulo, the former Anambra state governor expressed profound joy for contributing to a project which, according to him, would enhance access to quality healthcare for the people.
He noted that his decision to support the diocese was motivated by his personal conviction that investing in healthcare is one of the most meaningful ways to uplift society.
He said, “Over the years, I have seen first-hand, the transformative impact of projects executed by faith-based organisations when given the right support.
“The Diocese of Amichi’s hospital facility, which I was privileged to support as governor, has been turned around so remarkably that it now runs one of the best Schools of Nursing in Nigeria.
“I am confident that this facility at Isulo will follow the same path and become a beacon of hope for our people,” Obi stated.
Leading Mr Obi on a tour of the facilities, Ven. Obi, who is the cairman of the Aguata Diocesan Hospital Board and Archdeacon of Ezira Archdeaconry, expressed deep gratitude for the former Anambra State governor’s continued commitment to projects that uplift humanity.
He assured Mr Obi that the diocese would not only put the facility to optimal use but also ensure that it becomes a centre of excellence for healthcare delivery “for the benefit of humanity and to the greater glory of God.”
Dr Obi further revealed that the access road to the facility was originally constructed during Mr Obi’s tenure as governor, underscoring his long-standing commitment to infrastructural and social development in the region.
