Awami League leader Obaidul Quader's health condition has improved significantly, prompting the doctors to remove his respiratory aid.

After his life support was removed, he spoke with his family members and doctors on Saturday (Mar 9) morning, the road transport minister's spokesperson Md Abu Naser revealed to the media

The press release also said that Quader is not suffering from any neurological complications, his blood pressure is normal, and vital organs such as the heart and kidneys are functioning well.

The doctors are optimistic about shifting Quader from Intensive Care Unit (ICU) to a hospital cabin within the next couple of days.

Prof Dr Abu Nasar Rizvi of the Neuro Medicine Department at Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU) confirmed the matter citing Dr Sivathasan Cumaraswamy, cardiothoracic surgeon and senior member of the five-member medical team treating Quade

Earlier on Saturday, Dr Sivathasan held a media brief regarding the medical condition of Obaidul Quader at the hospital premises.