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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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...