ADC confident as Amaechi emerges running mate to Atiku

After weeks of suspense, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) finally settled for former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi, as its vice-presidential candidate for the 2027 general election. With the announcement, Amaechi is going to run on a joint ticket with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar who is the presidential candidate of the party. Announcing the […]

After weeks of suspense, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) finally settled for former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi, as its vice-presidential candidate for the 2027 general election.

With the announcement, Amaechi is going to run on a joint ticket with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar who is the presidential candidate of the party.

Announcing the decision in a statement, ADC National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, said Amaechi’s emergence followed broad consultations within the party and reflected his strong performance as runner-up in the party’s presidential primaries as well as his track records of service to his State and the country.

The party said Amaechi’s extensive experience across both the legislative and executive arms of government, as former Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, two-term Governor of Rivers State, and former Minister of Transportation, makes him uniquely qualified to complement Atiku’s leadership, strengthen the party’s national appeal, and bolster its campaign to offer Nigerians an experienced and credible alternative ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

The ADC spokesman said the national leadership of the ADC after “extensive consultations with party leaders, coalition partners, youth and women stakeholders, and representatives of all geopolitical zones, is proud to announce that the Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi has been selected as the Vice-Presidential Candidate of the party for the 2027 Presidential Election.

“This recommendation follows the successful conclusion of the ADC Presidential Primaries, in which  Amaechi emerged as the runner-up, earning widespread support from party members across the federation and demonstrating his enduring appeal as one of Nigeria’s most experienced and respected political leaders.

“The proposed partnership between Atiku Abubakar and Amaechi represents more than a political alliance; it is the coming together of two tested statesmen with the experience, national reach, and leadership capacity required to rescue Nigeria from its current challenges and reposition the country for a new era of prosperity, security, and inclusive development.”

ADC said Amaechi brings to this ticket one of the most comprehensive public service records in contemporary Nigerian politics.

According to the party, few political leaders in Nigeria today possess Amaechi’s extensive and balanced experience across both the legislative and executive arms of government. “This depth of experience will be invaluable in supporting the next ADC administration from day one.

“Beyond his impressive credentials, Amaechi strengthens the ticket strategically. His political influence across the South-South and wider Southern Nigeria, his reputation as a reform-minded administrator, and his proven ability to build coalitions across political, ethnic, and regional lines make him uniquely positioned to complement the candidacy of Atiku Abubakar.

“Together, Atiku Abubakar and Rotimi Amaechi embody a truly national ticket—one that bridges regions, generations, and political traditions. Their combined experience in governance, economic management, public administration, party organization, and nation-building offers Nigerians a credible and compelling alternative capable of restoring confidence in government and accelerating national development.”

The leadership of the ADC said they are confident that the partnership will energize “our growing coalition, inspire hope among Nigerians, and provide the leadership necessary to build a stronger, safer, and more prosperous Federal Republic of Nigeria.”

 

Ticket good for ADC- Sokoto guber candidate

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate in Sokoto State, Alhaji Munir Dan’iya, has praised the choice of Rotimi Amaechi as running mate to  Alhaji Atiku Abubakar.

Dan’iya described their pairing as the party’s presidential and vice-presidential candidates for 2027 as a major political development.

He said the ticket has provided a platform for advancing economic growth, national development and strengthening Nigeria’s security architecture.

The ADC candidate made this known in a statement issued in Sokoto on Monday by his media aide, Aminu Abdullahi.

Dan’iya said the Atiku-Amaechi partnership represents a significant milestone in ADC’s quest for purposeful leadership.

 

He described the duo as a credible alternative for Nigerians seeking effective governance and national transformation saying  the country requires such qualities at a critical period in its history.

 

According to him, the coming together of two experienced leaders reflects political maturity and national inclusiveness adding  that the partnership showed a shared commitment toward addressing Nigeria’s economic, social and security challenges. NAN

 

He called on ADC members, supporters and stakeholders nationwide to remain united ahead of the 2027 elections.