The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has selected former Rivers State Governor and former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, as the running mate to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar for the 2027 presidential election.
The Independent Mirror reports that the party said Amaechi’s emergence followed extensive consultations and reflected his performance as runner-up in the ADC presidential primaries, as well as his record in public service.
Announcing the decision in a statement on Monday, the ADC National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, described the Atiku-Amaechi ticket as a “unity and rescue ticket” capable of addressing Nigeria’s challenges.
“The proposed partnership between His Excellency Atiku Abubakar and Rt. Hon. Rotimi 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,” Abdullahi said.
According to the party, Amaechi’s political and administrative experience makes him well-suited for the role, having served as Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, two-term Governor of Rivers State and Minister of Transportation.
The ADC also said Amaechi’s influence in the South-South and across Southern Nigeria would strengthen the ticket and enhance its national appeal.
The party expressed confidence that the partnership would energise its coalition and inspire support ahead of the 2027 election.
