Former Anambra State governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has announced that he will be taking a short medical rest, leading to the suspension of his scheduled public activities both within and outside Nigeria this weekend.

Obi disclosed the decision in a statement shared on his X handle on Saturday, explaining that he fell ill on Friday while attending a tourism event in Enugu.

“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. In obedience to the doctor’s advice, I will not be able to meet up with all my scheduled engagements this weekend,” Obi wrote. “I sincerely apologise for any inconveniences this might cause and humbly plead for understanding.”

Despite the setback, the former presidential candidate said he visited the Good Hope Specialist Hospital in Isulo, Orumba South Local Government Area of Anambra State, where he donated ₦10 million to support its acquisition and revitalisation by the Aguata Diocese of the Church of Nigeria.

Obi praised the diocese’s initiative to upgrade the hospital into a comprehensive health complex that will include a School of Nursing, Midwifery, and Health Technology.

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

Obi, who has consistently emphasized healthcare reform in his political campaigns, has often linked Nigeria’s development to investments in health and education. His latest donation underscores his continued advocacy for improved access to medical facilities across the country.