The African Democratic Congress has selected former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, as its vice-presidential candidate for the 2027 presidential election, pairing him with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on what party leaders described as a “unity and rescue ticket” aimed at offering Nigerians an alternative platform ahead of the next general election.
FILE: Amaechi and Atiku | AFPThe party announced Amaechi’s emergence in a statement issued in Abuja on Monday by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, following consultations with party stakeholders, coalition partners and representatives from across the country.
According to the ADC, the decision was influenced by Amaechi’s performance in the party’s presidential primary, where he emerged runner-up, as well as his extensive record in public service spanning the legislative and executive arms of government.
Abdullahi said the proposed Atiku-Amaechi partnership brings together two experienced political figures with the national reach and leadership credentials needed to
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