"I am not a dictator, I am a leader. I lead the people to a bright future."

"I have banned the use of foreign names for children. Only Turkmen names are allowed."

"We will build a golden statue of me in Ashgabat. It will rotate with the sun."

"I have closed all public libraries, as my book contains all necessary wisdom."

"I have ordered the construction of a new sports complex, to promote healthy living."