The Digest:
Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has stated that he will support the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate in 2027, provided the candidate emerges from a free and fair primary election.
Amaechi made the declaration during an "X Space" session, "Weekend Politics", where he emphasized his commitment to backing the ADC's candidate to unseat President Bola Tinubu if the process is transparent. He also expressed his dedication to helping the party secure a victory, stating, “In a free and fair primary, whoever wins will have my full support.”
Key Points
- Amaechi pledges full support for ADC's presidential candidate if the primary is fair.
- He vows to work tirelessly to help ADC unseat the current government.
- Calls for electoral reforms as a top priority if elected president.
- Strong criticism of the coastal road project, citing corruption concerns.
- Possible contenders for the ADC presidential ticket include Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi.
Amaechi’s pledge to support ADC's candidate hinges on the integrity of the primary process, highlighting his commitment to electoral reforms and his belief in fighting corruption.
Sources: Daily Post, The Cable
