On his feelings:

I am going with the satisfaction that whatever I could do for this nation, for the people, I did it with all my honesty and integrity.

I am also a human being. It is possible I might have committed mistakes, but I hope that this nation and the people will know those mistakes with this belief - that my intentions were true.

Now I am satisfied, but at the same time I am sad - and in pain as well - that Pakistan is sliding down very fast. This is my heartfelt sorrow, I am very sad. And I hope that the government will think about the people's problems and will make efforts to improve things.

There are lots of my supporters and well-wishers, and there are lots of opinion polls, that say I should stay in power. I know that there are many well-wishers and supporters that were telling me to do something else, but I would like to tell them, please accept this truthful decision for the nation and in the people's interest.

On his opponents:

Some elements have given preface to their own interests rather than the nation. False allegations were filed against me and they tried to turn truth into lies and they tried to deceive the people.

They said that during the last nine years our economic problems and electricity shortages were due to our policies. It is absolutely wrong and deception for the country.

They never realised that they could be successful against me, but they never thought how detrimental it would be for the country.

On his achievements:

On the map of the world, Pakistan is now an important country, by the grace of Allah.

I am also pleased to say that I am leaving a vibrant media and hope that the media will enjoy the same level and freedom and independence with responsibility.

On the threat of impeachment:

To impeach is parliament's prerogative and to answer it is my right. I believe in myself and I have faith in my god, Allah, that no charge sheet can stand against me. Not a single charge can be proved against me because I never thought about my own being. Whatever I did was Pakistan first. That was my motto.

Whether I win or lose, the nation will lose. The honour and dignity of the country will be affected and in my view, the honour of the office of president will also be affected

On his decision to resign:

After viewing the situation and consulting legal advisers and political allies, with their advice I have decided to resign. My resignation will go to the speaker of the National Assembly today.

I don’t want anything from anybody. I have no interest. I leave my future in the hands of the nation and people.

Finally, goodbye to Pakistan. God protect Pakistan. God protect you, Pakistan forever. Long live Pakistan.

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