The Digest:
Rotimi Amaechi, former minister of transportation, has urged the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to elect a viable presidential candidate capable of defeating President Bola Tinubu in 2027, warning that ethnicity and religion will not help the party. Speaking at the ADC convention, he said: "If you think President Tinubu will hand over power to you, you are wasting your time." He criticised the administration for allegedly stifling opposition and denying the ADC access to public venues.
Key Points:
- Amaechi recalled how the APC searched for a viable candidate and succeeded in 2015.
- He questioned why a government official would deny citizens their constitutional right to gather.
- He accused Tinubu of acting against democratic principles despite his NADECO credentials.
- He said the situation in Nigeria is "bad" and "terrible."
- The ADC was allegedly denied access to Eagle Square and the National Stadium.
Sources: The Cable, Daily Trust, Arise TV
