Tag: Rotimi Amaechi

2027: Amaechi rejects VP role, says he’s contesting for President

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Amaechi rejects VP role

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has finally addressed the growing rumours suggesting he might team up with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as a running mate in the 2027 election. Amaechi made it clear that he is not interested in the vice-presidential slot and has no intention of contesting under anyone’s ticket. He stated that he is focused on his own presidential ambition and will not entertain any discussions that attempt to place him as a deputy to another aspirant. His position was conveyed through his media aide, David…

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“Tinubu not invincible; Nigerians must vote him out in 2027” – Amaechi

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Amaechi on Asiwaju

Former Rivers State governor and presidential aspirant, Rotimi Amaechi, has declared that President Bola Tinubu is defeatable in 2027, urging Nigerians to vote massively to end his tenure. Speaking at the 5th anniversary lecture of ‘First Daily’ in Abuja, themed: “2027: How Can We Make Our Votes Count?”, Amaechi argued that Tinubu’s 2023 loss in Lagos proved he was not unbeatable. “The first solution to electoral reform is not the government – it’s the people”, he said. “Voter apathy will make Tinubu return to the Villa. If he could be…

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Presidency slams Daily Trust, el-Rufa’i, Obi, Amaechi in fierce defence of Tinubu

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Presidency slams

The Presidency has intensified its defence of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, taking aim at both sections of the media and leading opposition figures. In separate posts on his verified X handle, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, accused Daily Trust newspaper of peddling “malicious fiction” and denounced former governors Nasir el-Rufa’i, Peter Obi, and Rotimi Amaechi as “political laggards”. Onanuga said Daily Trust newspaper had become “a source not to be trusted”, alleging it consistently distorts facts, fuels regional and religious tensions, and sacrifices…

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Amaechi insists on 2027 run under ADC 

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Amaechi insists

…Says he won’t step down for any candidate Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has again said he will contest the 2027 presidential election on the platform of the African Democratic Congress, (ADC). The former Rivers state governor said that he will not withdraw in favour of any other aspirant. Speaking with newsmen in Kano State on Wednesday, after a meeting with a group of traders, Amaechi declared that only a transparent primary and the will of the people would determine the party’s flag bearer. “I will contest the ADC…

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Amaechi blasts Tinubu’s ‘damaging’ presidency

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Amaechi blasts

…Vows one-month war on corruption Former Minister of Transportation and ex-Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, has vowed to eradicate corruption within his first month in office if elected president in 2027 — pledging to resign if he fails. Speaking during an X Space session, titled: ‘Weekend Politics’, Amaechi unveiled sweeping reform plans, including constitutional changes to replace Nigeria’s current indigeneship system with universal citizenship rights. He also promised to retain the removal of fuel subsidies but redirect the savings to directly benefit ordinary Nigerians rather than the elite. “If I…

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CSO urges DSS, Police to arrest Amaechi over ‘revolution, bloodshed’ remark

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CSO on Amaechi

The Coalition for the Defence of Nigeria’s Democracy (CDND) has called for the arrest of former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, over comments it described as inciting violence and threatening national stability. Speaking at an event in Abuja, Amaechi reportedly urged Nigerians to “take their fate into their own hands” to stop President Tinubu in 2027, adding that “no revolution succeeds without blood”. CDND’s president, Dr. Rufus Obadiah, likened Amaechi’s remarks to the separatist rhetoric of Nnamdi Kanu, accusing him of stoking insurrection as a political strategy. The group criticised…

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2027: Opposition leaders form new party to fight Tinubu

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Opposition leaders form new party

…Seeks INEC registration  A new political movement, the All Democratic Alliance (ADA), has formally applied for registration as a political party ahead of the 2027 general elections.  The move, spearheaded by top opposition figures, signals a coordinated effort to challenge the dominance of the All Progressives Congress, (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP). The application, dated June 19 and received by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on June 20, 2025, was submitted by the Nigeria National Coalition Group (NNCG) —a bloc of influential politicians including former Vice President…

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Current Woes: “Ex Govs. el-Rufa’i, Amaechi should apologise to Nigerians”– Shehu Sani

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Shehu Sani to el Rufa'i, Amaechi

Former Senator representing Kaduna-Central, Shehu Sani, has criticised ex-governors Nasir el-Rufa’i and Rotimi Amaechi, stating they owe Nigerians an apology for the country’s current woes. Speaking during his Sallah message at his residence, Sani described it as hypocritical for political figures who have held influential positions for over two decades to now lament the economic hardship facing Nigerians. “If el-Rufai and Amaechi are still talking about poverty and hunger, then they must begin by apologising to Nigerians. They’ve held powerful offices since 1999. If the country is still struggling, then…

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2027: Atiku, el-Rufa’i, Amaechi call for Tinubu’s ouster

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Atiku, el Rufa'i, Amaechi call

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, alongside ex-governors Nasir El-Rufai and Rotimi Amaechi, has called for the removal of President Bola Tinubu and the APC in 2027, citing the government’s alleged weaponisation of poverty. Speaking at a lecture in Abuja to mark Amaechi’s 60th birthday, Atiku said poverty is worsening under Tinubu, accusing the administration of deliberately dismantling state agencies meant to help the poor. Amaechi, who refused to back Tinubu in 2023, said he knew Tinubu lacked the capacity to lead. He criticised the manipulation of voters through ethnicity and…

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Rivers: Amaechi sets aside rivalry, dedicates award to Wike

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Amaechi award 2 Wike2

Former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi has dedicated an award to his long-time political rival, Nyesom Wike, the current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, (FCT). The gesture comes amidst feud between the two politicians, which began in 2015 when Amaechi left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to join the All Progressives Congress, (APC). Amaechi, a two-term governor of Rivers State, initiated the College of Medical Sciences project at the Rivers State University (RSU) during his tenure. However, he was unable to complete it before leaving office in 2015. Wike,…

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