Peter Obi donates N10m to orphanage and home for lonely adults

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By Madu Obi

The former governor of Anambra State and Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Mr Peter Obi, has paid a visit to St. Martin’s Orphanage and Home for the Lonely Adults at Igboukwu, Aguata local government area of Anambra State and donated N10 million to the home.

The orphanage is run by the Catholic Diocese of Ekwulobia under the spiritual leadership of His Eminence, Peter Cardinal Okpaleke.

Obi described the visit as deeply moving, noting the selfless and humanitarian service being rendered to some of the most vulnerable members of society, particularly orphans and elderly persons without family or support.

He said during the visit that the ₦10 million donation was his modest gesture of encouragement to a cause that exemplified love, compassion, and service to humanity.

He praised the Diocese for its dedication to upholding human dignity, stating that the work is a shining example of the Church’s mission in action.

Obi also assured the management of his continued closeness and support, urging other well-meaning Nigerians to remember and support such institutions in their charitable endeavours.

“May we never forget that a society is judged by how it treats its most vulnerable", he said.

Obi was received, on behalf of the Proprietor, His Eminence Peter Cardinal Okpaleke, by the Chancellor of the Diocese, Rev. Fr. Lawrence Nwankwo, who expressed the Diocese’s profound joy and appreciation for the visit and generous support.

He conveyed the Cardinal’s blessings and reiterated the Church’s commitment to caring for the most vulnerable in society.

The Manager of the facility, Rev. Sr. Clemencio Agba, described Obi’s visit as a great source of encouragement to both the staff and residents.

She highlighted the challenges of running the home and noted that the donation would go a long way in enhancing the quality of care provided.

She also commended Obi’s consistent compassion and advocacy for the poor and marginalized, describing him as “a true friend of the forgotten", and called on other individuals, organisations, and government authorities to emulate such acts of generosity and support institutions that cater to those in need.

“It is only through our collective effort that we can build a more caring and compassionate society", she said.