Labour Party Presidential Candidate Peter Obi Steps Back Temporarily for Health Reasons
Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, has announced that he will be taking a brief break from public appearances following medical advice.
The former Anambra State governor shared the update on his official X account on Saturday, explaining that he had been feeling unwell while attending an event in Enugu.
“In obedience to the doctor’s advice, I will not be able to meet up with all my scheduled engagements within and outside the country this weekend. I sincerely apologise for any inconveniences this might cause and humbly plead for understanding,” Obi wrote.
Obi also highlighted his recent activities, including attending a tourism event in Enugu and visiting Good Hope Specialist Hospital in Isulo, Orumba South LGA of Anambra State. During the visit, he contributed ₦10 million to support the Aguata Diocese of the Church of Nigeria in acquiring and revitalising the hospital.
“Yesterday, after speaking at a tourism event in Enugu, I travelled to Good Hope Specialist Hospital, Isulo, Orumba South LGA of Anambra State, which is being acquired by the Aguata Diocese of the Church of Nigeria, and made my initial modest contribution of ₦10 million to aid the Diocese’s acquisition and revitalisation of the hospital facility,” Obi said.
He praised the Diocese’s plans to transform the hospital into a comprehensive health complex, including a School of Nursing, Midwifery, and Health Technology, emphasizing that investment in healthcare remains one of the most impactful contributions to national development.
Following his visit to Anambra, Obi travelled to Owerri, Imo State, where he attended a dinner hosted by Barrister Nnaemeka Maduagwu in honour of former Kaduna State governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai.
