Amaechi rejects VP speculation, reaffirms 2027 presidential ambition

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has dismissed suggestions linking him to a potential vice-presidential ticket with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar ahead of the 2027 elections. He insisted he is committed solely to pursuing his own presidential ambition and will not serve as anyone’s running mate.

His clarification follows remarks from Atiku’s associate, Dele Momodu, who floated the possibility of Amaechi being considered if Peter Obi declines to partner with Atiku. Responding through his spokesperson, David Iyofor, Amaechi rejected any such discussions, stating that he believes power should shift to Southern Nigeria and that he is seeking the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential ticket.

Iyofor stressed that Amaechi is not involved in any negotiation to become vice president, reaffirming that he is running strictly for the presidency. This echoes Amaechi’s earlier declarations, including his refusal to step down for any aspirant during the ADC primaries and his willingness to serve a single term to support power rotation if elected.

Amaechi previously contested the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential primary in 2022, finishing second behind Bola Tinubu.

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