Obi Backs Dominican College Abatete, Inspects Ongoing Boys’ Hostel Project

Former Governor of Anambra State and Presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 elections, Mr. Peter Obi, on Friday reaffirmed his long-standing commitment to educational development with a further donation of N10 million to Dominican College, Abatete.

The contribution accompanied his inspection of the boys’ hostel currently under construction a project he is personally funding.

Obi, who toured the site with school authorities, assured them of his continued involvement, noting that he would make regular visits to ensure the project’s timely completion and adherence to quality standards.

A light moment occurred on his arrival when students, eager to honour him, began a customary musical welcome often reserved for visiting dignitaries. Obi gently requested that they discontinue the performance before he alighted from his vehicle.

He later explained that while such gestures are culturally familiar, they can distract students from academic priorities. “I want the children to focus on their studies and personal growth rather than rituals meant to impress politicians,” he said.

Friday’s visit adds to Obi’s extensive history of support for the institution. In July 2025, he laid the foundation for the boys’ hostel and donated N25 million as seed funding. He also recalled earlier interventions, including the construction of a female hostel.

Dominican College has over the years benefited from Obi’s philanthropy beyond physical infrastructure. The school has received buses, computers, power generators, internet facilities and a borehole initiatives aimed at strengthening its academic environment and operational capacity.

Obi reiterated to staff his conviction that investment in education remains central to community development and national progress.

He encouraged students to remain diligent and committed to their studies, stressing that quality education equips young people for leadership and success.

His sustained engagement with Dominican College exemplifies a model of civic responsibility in which public figures invest in educational institutions in tangible and accountable ways.

The hostel project, now well underway, is expected to provide modern accommodation that supports a more conducive learning atmosphere.