Former Anambra State governor and 2023 Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi on Saturday announced his plan to take a brief medical rest, leading to the suspension of his scheduled engagements within and outside Nigeria this weekend.

Speaking on his official X handle, Obi said he fell ill while attending a tourism event in Enugu on Friday where the doctor advised him to take rest.

“Earlier in Enugu, I was not feeling well. I visited the hospital where the doctor gave me some medication and advised me to take a day or two days rest,” he said

However, despite his health setback, Obi disclosed that he visited the Good Hope Specialist Hospital in Isulo, Orumba South LGA, Anambra State, where he donated ₦10 million towards its acquisition and revitalisation by the Aguata Diocese of the Church of Nigeria.

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He commended the diocese’s plans to transform the facility into a full-scale health complex with a School of Nursing, Midwifery, and Health Technology.

“In obedience to the doctor’s advice, I will not be able to meet up with all my scheduled engagements this weekend.

“I sincerely apologise for any inconveniences this might cause and humbly plead for understanding.

“Healthcare remains one of the most meaningful investments we can make. Together, we can build a healthier Nigeria,” he added.