Former Rivers State Governor and ex-Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has dismissed speculation that he might serve as a vice-presidential candidate to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The clarification follows remarks by Atiku ally Dele Momodu, who had suggested that Amaechi could become Atiku’s running mate if former Lagos State Governor Peter Obi declines a joint ticket under the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

Momodu had stated:

“If Obi does not make up his mind or chooses to run alone, then I believe the mantle might fall on Rotimi Amaechi.”

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Amaechi’s Response

Through his media aide, David Iyofor, Amaechi emphasized that he has no interest in being a running mate:

“Amaechi is not seeking to be running mate to anybody. He does not intend to be a presidential running mate to anybody and will not.”
“For emphasis, Amaechi is running to be President of Nigeria and not to be a running mate to anybody.”

Iyofor further advised politicians to leave Amaechi’s name out of any discussions regarding vice-presidential slots, stressing that Amaechi is focused solely on contesting for the presidency.

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Amaechi’s Presidential Trajectory

Amaechi has previously highlighted his qualifications for the presidency, citing his political experience and past achievements. In May 2022, while meeting delegates of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Jigawa, he stated:

“Judge me by past records, not what people think and say I am. I have to be the president of Nigeria because of my trajectory.”

Having since left the APC for the ADC, Amaechi continues to position himself as a strong contender for Nigeria’s top office in 2027.