Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has declared his intention to contest the presidential primary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), saying he will not step down for any aspirant.
Speaking to journalists on Wednesday in Kano, the former Rivers State governor said he was confident of winning the party’s ticket to challenge President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general election.
“I will contest the ADC presidential primary, and by God’s grace, I hope to win so that I can face Tinubu in 2027. I am not stepping down for anyone. Let the people decide who they want to lead,” Amaechi said.
He argued that his candidacy offered unity and better preparedness than other contenders, including President Tinubu. He also dismissed claims that his political influence in Rivers State had waned under former governor Nyesom Wike, now Minister of the Federal Capital Territory.
Amaechi said the recent inauguration of ADC structures in Rivers attracted massive turnout without paid mobilisation, which he claimed reflected genuine grassroots support.
The former APC chieftain, who defected from the ruling party last month, insisted that Nigerians were disenchanted with the Tinubu administration and would vote for change in 2027.
His declaration comes days after former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar also confirmed his intention to seek the ADC presidential ticket.
