The Digest:
Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, resigned from the APC, accusing the party of causing "failure, pain, and anguish" for Nigerians. In his resignation letter, Amaechi expressed disappointment with the party's failure to meet its promises and its loss of empathy.
Key Points:
- Amaechi’s resignation letter, dated July 1, 2025, was addressed to the APC Ward 8 Chairman in Ubima, Rivers State.
- He expressed that the APC had strayed from its founding ideals and no longer inspired hope for Nigeria's future.
- His decision followed wide consultations with political stakeholders.
- Amaechi emphasized his resignation as a strategic move to collaborate with "well-meaning compatriots" focused on rescuing Nigeria.
- He placed himself in the opposition coalition, gearing up to challenge President Bola Tinubu's re-election bid in 2027.
- His exit adds to the mounting internal challenges for the APC ahead of the 2027 elections.
Amaechi’s departure from the APC highlights growing internal discontent and a reinvigorated opposition. His resignation is a call to action to unite with those striving for national redemption, signaling the deepening divide within the ruling party.
Sources: TheCable, Channels
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