By RhemDy News
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced former Rivers State governor, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, as the vice-presidential candidate of the for the forthcoming 2027 presidential election.
ADC's National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, said in a statement, that Amaechi's choice by party leaders followed extensive consultations with party leaders, coalition partners, youth and women stakeholders, as well as representatives of all geopolitical zones.
"This recommendation follows the successful conclusion of the ADC Presidential Primaries, in which Rt. Hon. Amaechi emerged as the runner-up, earning widespread support from party members across the federation and demonstrating his enduring appeal as one of Nigeria's most experienced and respected political leaders," Abdullahi said.
He stressed that the proposed partnership between the presidential candidate of the party, Atiku Abubakar and Amaechi represents more than a political alliance but 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.
"Rt. Hon. 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. He served with distinction as Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, making him one of the longest-serving legislative leaders in Nigeria's Fourth Republic.
"He subsequently served two terms as Governor of Rivers State, where he oversaw significant investments in infrastructure, education, healthcare, and public sector reforms. At the national level, he served as Minister of Transportation, leading some of the most ambitious transportation and rail modernization initiatives in Nigeria's history.
"Few political leaders in Nigeria today possess such extensive and balanced experience across both the legislative and executive arms of government. This depth of experience will be invaluable in supporting the next ADC administration from day one," the national publicity secretary said.
Beyond his impressive credentials, Abdullahi added that Amaechi strengthens the ticket strategically noting that his political influence across the South-South and wider Southern Nigeria, his reputation as a reform-minded administrator, and proven ability to build coalitions across political, ethnic, and regional lines make him uniquely positioned to complement the candidacy of Abubakar.
"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 organization, 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", he said.
He expressed the confidence of the party's leadership that this partnership will energize its growing coalition, inspire hope among Nigerians, and provide the leadership necessary to build a stronger, safer, and more prosperous Federal Republic of Nigeria.
The ADC called on all party members, coalition partners, civil society organisations, youth groups, women leaders, and Nigerians of goodwill to join the party as it embarked on what it called the historic journey to renew the nation and secure a better future for generations to come.
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