I said, yes, if you think I will avoid bloodshed by standing aside I will stand aside … but I will never ever again come back.

In a multi-racial society, trust, understanding and tolerance are the cornerstones of peace and order.

How could I stand by and watch my house on fire?

It is with obedience to your call that I take up the burden of government leadership for the final time.

Even institutions of State, such as the judiciary, were seriously weakened, to the extent that the citizenry justifiably feared a breakdown in law and order. The business community was hit by a slump in sales and confidence, leading to reduced earnings and loss of jobs.

I have been sustained by cane field, the cane plantation I have.

I said, yes, if you think I will avoid bloodshed by standing aside I will stand aside … but I will never ever again come back.