Following today's announcement that he is to stand down as leader of Ukip (though we have been here before) we take a look at some of the most controversial and notable quotes from a man who is never lost for words.
Nigel Farage announces his resignation on Monday. Credit: Pool
On announcing his resignation
A 30-year-old Nigel Farage stands as Ukip's first candidate in the Eastleigh by-election in June 1994. Credit: ITV News
On deciding to unresign and continue as Ukip leader in 2015
On winding up the European Parliament
The Ukip leader in the European Parliament in Strasbourg. Credit: Reuters
On the EU referendum
Nigel Farage reacts to the news that the UK has voted to leave the EU. Credit: PA
On why immigration is behind traffic chaos in the UK
Credit: Reuters
On the targeting of him and his family by protesters
On the election of Ukip's first MP
Nigel Farage campaigns with Douglas Carswell. Credit: PA
On himself
The Ukip banner-bearing plane which crashed with Mr Farage inside. Credit: PA
