“I must commend Dr. Ganduje for prioritising his health above all else,” Obi said. “With his health reportedly in decline, it is both wise and honourable to step aside…”
Peter Obi, Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, has praised Abdullahi Umar Ganduje’s resignation as National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), calling it a “timely challenge” to other ailing political leaders.
Ganduje stepped down on Friday, citing declining health as his reason for leaving the post with immediate effect.
Reacting in a statement issued late Friday, Obi commended the former Kano State governor for putting his well-being before political ambition.
“I must commend Dr. Ganduje for prioritising his health above all else,” Obi said. “With his health reportedly in decline, it is both wise and honourable to step aside, knowing that he may no longer be able to render the level of service required by the party, the people, and the nation.”
He added that Ganduje’s action should inspire other leaders in similar situations to relinquish power.
“By this exemplary action, Dr. Ganduje has thrown a challenge to other leaders who, due to health-related issues, are no longer able to deliver optimally. I sincerely hope they take a cue from him,” Obi stated.
“It is both wise and honourable to step aside, knowing that he may no longer be able to render the level of service required,” Obi said.