Peter Obi donates N10m to Abuja hospital, says health drives national development

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has reiterated the importance of healthcare in national development, describing health and education as critical pillars for economic growth and social stability.

Obi stated this on Friday during a visit to the Anglican Church Hospital in Kubwa, Abuja, where he donated N10 million to support the development of the medical facility.

According to him, investment in healthcare remains fundamental to building strong human capital and achieving sustainable national progress.

“Health is the foundational layer of human capital. Without physical and mental well-being, investments in education and infrastructure will continue to yield diminishing returns,” Obi said.

He noted that a healthy population contributes significantly to productivity, learning and long-term economic development, adding that healthy children are more likely to acquire quality education and become productive members of society.

The former Anambra State governor stressed that nations that prioritise healthcare and education tend to experience faster economic growth and stronger social cohesion.
Receiving the donation on behalf of the hospital, the Anglican Bishop of Kubwa, Rt. Rev. Duke T. Akamisoko, commended Obi for what he described as his consistent charitable interventions across the country.

The bishop also offered prayers for Obi and his political aspirations, expressing confidence in his leadership qualities.
During the visit, Obi toured sections of the hospital and interacted with some patients, offering words of encouragement and sympathy to them.