Former presidential candidate Peter Obi made an unannounced visit to Tungan Nasara LEA Primary School in the Federal Capital Territory on October 9th, following a tip-off about the school’s deteriorating sanitation facilities.
Obi, who had just returned from a series of meetings in Rome earlier that morning, was briefed by Dr. Moses Paul, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) candidate for the upcoming AMAC Chairmanship election, about the dire state of the school’s toilets. The facilities, according to reports, pose serious health risks to both pupils and staff.
Moved by the situation, Obi visited the school immediately upon arrival in Abuja. “No child should be made to learn in such conditions,” he stated, expressing dismay at the unhygienic environment. In response, he made a personal donation of ₦2 million to kickstart the construction of proper toilet facilities and improve the overall learning environment.
Obi emphasized his long-standing commitment to education, calling it “the most critical investment in our nation’s development.” He pledged to return and monitor the progress of the intervention, urging leaders to prioritize the welfare of children and ensure safe, dignified learning spaces across Nigeria.
The visit and donation have sparked conversations online about the state of public education infrastructure and the role of political figures in grassroots development.