rotimi amaechi

  1. FCT Minister Nyesom Wike Dismisses New Coalition: Calls Members 'Buccaneers' and 'Vampires'

    Nigeria FCT Minister Nyesom Wike Dismisses New Coalition: Calls Members 'Buccaneers' and 'Vampires'

    The Digest: A firm political dismissal resonates from FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. He has described the newly formed opposition coalition as "ill-equipped" to solve Nigeria's problems, labeling its prominent members "buccaneers" and "vampires," as reported by Channels Television. Key Points...
  2. Nyesom Wike Defends Wealth: “I Have a Rolls-Royce. So What?”

    Nigeria Nyesom Wike Defends Wealth: “I Have a Rolls-Royce. So What?”

    The Digest: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has responded to critics questioning his source of wealth, particularly after being spotted with a Rolls-Royce. He clarified that he comes from a comfortable background and defended his luxury car choice, dismissing accusations. Key Points: Wike responds...
  3. Amaechi's One-Term Pledge: ADC's Plan to Fix Nigeria's Power Rotation Crisis

    Nigeria Amaechi's One-Term Pledge: ADC's Plan to Fix Nigeria's Power Rotation Crisis

    The Digest: Rotimi Amaechi, former Minister of Transportation, has expressed his willingness to serve as a one-term president in 2027 if he secures the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ticket. He also highlighted his support for power rotation and criticized the current administration for its...
  4. Amaechi Rates Buhari Over Tinubu's Govt: Citing Economic, Security Failures

    Nigeria Amaechi Rates Buhari Over Tinubu's Govt: Citing Economic, Security Failures

    The Digest: Former Minister Rotimi Amaechi has stated that, while Buhari did not meet all his goals, he outperformed the current administration in security and institutional independence. Amaechi's remarks come amidst mounting criticism of President Tinubu's handling of the economy and...
  5. Amaechi Accuses INEC of Sabotaging Opposition Ahead of 2027 Elections

    Nigeria Amaechi Accuses INEC of Sabotaging Opposition Ahead of 2027 Elections

    The Digest: The battle for democracy intensifies as erstwhile Minister of Transport, Rotimi Amaechi, accuses INEC of deliberately frustrating opposition efforts to challenge the ruling APC in the 2027 elections. Appearing on Channels Television, Amaechi alleged the electoral body is impeding...
  6. Amaechi Quits APC: ‘Nigeria Needs a Movement, Not Just a Party’

    Nigeria Amaechi Quits APC: ‘Nigeria Needs a Movement, Not Just a Party’

    The Digest: As storms gather ahead of 2027, Rotimi Amaechi has walked away from the APC — not quietly, but with a warning. Speaking during the unveiling of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) interim executive, the former minister framed his exit as more than a political shift. It’s a call to...
  7. ADC Coalition Update: Key Developments as Nigerian Opposition Reposition for 2027 Presidential Election

    Nigeria ADC Coalition Update: Key Developments as Nigerian Opposition Reposition for 2027 Presidential Election

    Nigeria’s political landscape is transforming significantly as leading opposition figures unite to form a new coalition to challenge President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. The alliance, which has adopted the African Democratic Congress...
  8. Ambition Stirs Again: Amaechi Hints at 2027 Challenge to Tinubu

    Nigeria Ambition Stirs Again: Amaechi Hints at 2027 Challenge to Tinubu

    Rotimi Amaechi, Nigeria’s former Transport Minister, may not be done with presidential politics just yet. In a recent chat, reported by Daily Trust, he didn’t rule out the prospect of contesting against President Tinubu in 2027. It’s not a declaration, but a signal, one that opens up the race...
  9. Men to boys: Amaechi Dismisses Wike as 'Politically Junior'

    Nigeria Men to boys: Amaechi Dismisses Wike as 'Politically Junior'

    In Rivers State politics, some godfathers never stop calling the shots. Former Governor Rotimi Amaechi unleashed a scathing critique of his successor, Nyesom Wike, during an Arise TV interview, dismissing claims that Wike made him governor and asserting his former subordinate remains...
  10. Desperation or Strategy? Inside Opposition's Risky Amaechi Gamble

    Nigeria Desperation or Strategy? Inside Opposition's Risky Amaechi Gamble

    A potential Amaechi/El-Rufai presidential ticket is under consideration within Nigeria’s evolving opposition coalition, amid unresolved tensions between Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi. Both men remain committed to separate presidential bids, prompting calls for a “third option.” Reactions online...
  11. Like Father, Like Son? Soyinka Compares Amaechi's Defiance to Young Tinubu

    Nigeria Like Father, Like Son? Soyinka Compares Amaechi's Defiance to Young Tinubu

    At Amaechi’s 60th birthday, Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka saluted his political courage in defying pressure during the 2022 APC primaries. Drawing parallels with Tinubu’s past, Soyinka said Amaechi “gave Tinubu a taste of his own medicine. Soyinka praised Amaechi for refusing to withdraw in 2022...
  12. Adversaries Become Brothers: Atiku, El-Rufai, and Amaechi Unite Against Tinubu at Birthday Rally Turned Political Platform

    Nigeria Adversaries Become Brothers: Atiku, El-Rufai, and Amaechi Unite Against Tinubu at Birthday Rally Turned Political Platform

    Atiku Abubakar, Nasir El-Rufai, and Rotimi Amaechi launched strong criticisms at the Tinubu administration during a public lecture in Abuja marking Amaechi’s 60th birthday, accusing the government of worsening poverty and economic hardship. Atiku accused the current administration of...
  13. Opposition's 2027 Playbook? Amaechi Lays Out Conditions to Unseat Tinubu

    Nigeria Opposition's 2027 Playbook? Amaechi Lays Out Conditions to Unseat Tinubu

    At his 60th birthday event in Abuja, former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi openly declared he told President Bola Tinubu to his face that he wouldn't vote for him in the 2023 elections, citing a "lack of capacity" to lead Nigeria. Speaking before dignitaries including Atiku Abubakar...
  14. Amaechi Says He Hates Money — Nigerians Aren’t Buying It

    Nigeria Amaechi Says He Hates Money — Nigerians Aren’t Buying It

    Former Nigerian Minister of Transportation, Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, has sparked controversy by claiming he "hates money" and that his wife drives a backup car. These statements have drawn attention, especially considering his long tenure in public office. Critics are questioning the credibility...
Back
Top