The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has named Rotimi
Amaechi, former minister of transportation, as the running mate to Atiku
Abubakar, its presidential candidate, for the 2027 elections.
Bolaji Abdullahi, ADC spokesperson, announced the decision
in a statement issued on Monday.
The announcement finally put to rest weeks of speculation
about Atiku’s choice of running mate for the 2027 polls.
Atiku won the ADC presidential primary in May.
He polled 1,846,370 votes to defeat Amaechi, who got 504,117 votes
Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, former managing director of the
defunct FSB International Bank, came third with 177,120 votes.
Abdullahi said the NDC national leadership picked Amaechi
after “extensive consultations with party leaders, coalition partners, youth
and women stakeholders, and representatives of all geopolitical zones”.
He said as one of Nigeria’s “most experienced and respected
political leaders”, Amaechi enjoys “widespread support from party members
across the federation”.
“The proposed partnership between His Excellency Atiku
Abubakar and Rt. Hon. Rotimi Amaechi represents more than a political alliance;
it is the coming together of two tested statesmen with the experience, national
reach, and leadership capacity required to rescue Nigeria from its current
challenges and reposition the country for a new era of prosperity, security,
and inclusive development,” he said.
“Amaechi brings to this ticket one of the most comprehensive
public service records in contemporary Nigerian politics. His experience spans
all major pillars of democratic governance.”
Abdullahi said Amaechi’s experience in the executive and
legislative arms of government makes him well-suited to be Atiku’s running
mate.
“Beyond his impressive credentials, Rt. Hon. Amaechi
strengthens the ticket strategically. His political influence across the
South-South and wider Southern Nigeria, his reputation as a reform-minded
administrator, and his proven ability to build coalitions across political,
ethnic, and regional lines make him uniquely positioned to complement the
candidacy of Atiku Abubakar,” he said.
“Together, Atiku Abubakar and Rotimi Amaechi embody a truly
national ticket—one that bridges regions, generations, and political
traditions.
“Their combined experience in governance, economic
management, public administration, party organisation, and nation-building
offers Nigerians a credible and compelling alternative capable of restoring
confidence in government and accelerating national development.
“At a time when millions of Nigerians are demanding
competent leadership, economic revival, job creation, security, and national
unity, the Atiku-Amaechi ticket sends a clear message: the ADC is prepared to
govern, prepared to unite the nation, and prepared to deliver results.
“The leadership of the ADC is confident that this
partnership will energise our growing coalition, inspire hope among Nigerians,
and provide the leadership necessary to build a stronger, safer, and more
prosperous Federal Republic of Nigeria.”
Amaechi served as speaker of the Rivers state house of
assembly (1999–2007), governor (2007–2015), and minister of transportation
(2015–2022).
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