Seek Greener Pastures Abroad, Return When We Fix Nigeria – Peter Obi Urges Students

Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has advised Nigerian students to explore opportunities abroad after graduation, citing the country’s current challenges.

Obi made this statement non Sunday while donating to two institutions in Anambra State: Peter University in Achina/Onneh and the School of Nursing Sciences in Adazi-Nnukwu.

During his address at the College of Nursing Sciences, Obi emphasized his commitment to supporting institutions that foster skill, professionalism, and character.

“I have always told the Nursing Council not to restrict you people from travelling abroad after graduation. If it is not going to work for you here, go to where it will work for you,” he said.

Obi reassured the students that if Nigeria is fixed, those who have migrated abroad will return.

“We will not advise anyone to stay where it is difficult for them. If you want to seek greener pastures outside, please go. I’m sure that when we build a greater Nigeria, you will come back.”

Earlier, at Peter University, Obi encouraged students to prioritize their studies, highlighting education as a transformative power for national development.

He also stressed the importance of academic excellence, noting that investing in education is investing in the future.

Obi’s remarks have sparked mixed reactions, with some praising his honesty and others criticizing his stance as defeatist.

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His post via X on Monday reads : “In tune with my unwavering belief that health and education are veritable ways of pulling people out of poverty and that these sectors are critical to development in a New Nigeria, yesterday, I paid a visit to the Peter University, Achina, Anambra State, where I gave them my financial support of N50 million.

“Thereafter, I visited the College of Nursing Sciences in Adazi Nnukwu, where I made an additional donation of N10 million.

“These visits and support gestures are in line with our unwavering commitment to building a productive nation, through encouragement and support in the critical sectors of health, education and poverty eradication.

“I have constantly maintained that no nation develops without a healthy and educated workforce.

” lWith Nigeria having a predominantly youthful population, we must continue to prioritize the future of our youths by investing in these critical areas.

“By so doing, we will build a nation of healthy and educated citizens who are productively contributing to the growth and development of the nation.

“I extend my gratitude to the Proprietors, Management, Staff, and Students of both Peter University and the College of Nursing Sciences for their contributions to our health and education sectors.”

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