Foundation Donates N5M for UNIZIK Medical Centre Walkway Reconstruction Ahead of MDCN Accreditation
In a significant boost to healthcare infrastructure at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, the Charles Kene Ojukwu Initiative (CKOi) Okunenyeife Foundation has donated the sum of Five Million Naira (N5,000,000) for the reconstruction of the walkway pavilion linking the old Medical Centre with the newly constructed University Medical Centre building.
The donation was formally presented at the office of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ugochukwu Bond Stanley Anyaehie, as the university prepares for the crucial Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) accreditation exercise.
Presenting the cheque on behalf of the Foundation’s Founder, Dr. Charles Kenechukwu Ojukwu, were the Manager of the Foundation, Mr. Sylvester Ojiugo and Dr. Chibuike Abunike, a lecturer at the University.Speaking during the presentation, Dr. Abunike noted that the donation is part of several strategic interventions planned by the Canada-based philanthropist to support his alma mater. He added that Dr. Ojukwu, a British-trained Consultant Family Physician based in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, remains committed to initiatives that drive institutional development.
The intervention was facilitated by the Special Adviser to the Vice-Chancellor on New Media, Mr. Ekene Prosper Ezeumeanya, who had earlier introduced Dr. Ojukwu to the University Management during his visit in June 2026.In her vote of thanks, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration), Prof. Hilda Osisioma, appreciated the Foundation for redeeming its pledge. Similarly, the Director of Medical Services, Dr. Jane Ezeonu, thanked the Vice-Chancellor for fostering an enabling environment for partnerships while commending Dr. Ojukwu for his continuous support.
The CKOi Okunenyeife Foundation is renowned for its interventions in community health insurance, scholarships, youth empowerment, and strategic institutional development across Anambra State.
Media Recognition
This humanitarian gesture has received wide coverage across Nigeria’s leading news platforms:
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Vanguard Newspaper: Foundation donates N5m for UNIZIK Medical Centre walkway https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/09/foundation-donates-n5m-for-unizik-medical-centre-walkway-reconstruction/
THISDAYLIVE: Foundation Donates N5m For UNIZIK Medical Centre Walkway Reconstruction https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/09/25/foundation-donates-n5m-for-unizik-medical-centre-walkway-reconstruction/
Leadership Newspaper: MDCN Accreditation: Foundation Donates N5m To UNIZIK For Medical Centre Upgrade https://leadership.ng/mdcn-accreditation-foundation-donates-n5m-to-unizik-for-medical-centre-upgrade/
Champion News: Canada-based doctor donates N5m for UNIZIK medical centre https://championnews.com.ng/canada-based-doctor-donates-n5m-for-unizik-medical-centre/
Nairaland: Canada-Based Doctor Donates N5M To UNIZIK https://www.nairaland.com/8755094/canada-based-doctor-donates-n5m-unizik
Opera News: Foundation donates N5M For UNIZIK Medical Centre Walkway https://opr.news/62ca1826261001en_ng?link=1&client=news
About CKOi Okunenyeife Foundation
The Charles Kene Ojukwu Initiative (CKOi) Okunenyeife Foundation is a philanthropic organization founded by Dr. Charles Kene Ojukwu, dedicated to advancing healthcare access, education, and youth development in Nigeria.
