Amaechi: I Can Fix Nigeria, Tinubu Has Failed Nigerians

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has declared his readiness for the 2027 presidential race, saying his experience in governance and infrastructure gives him the edge to tackle Nigeria’s challenges.Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has declared his readiness for the 2027 presidential race, saying his experience in governance and infrastructure gives him the edge to tackle Nigeria’s challenges.t

Speaking on The Morning Brief on Channels Television, Amaechi expressed strong confidence in his ability to lead, insisting he understands the country’s problems and how to fix them.

“I don’t care who else is running. I’m running because I’m a Nigerian candidate. Because I know the Nigerian problem. And I can solve the Nigerian problem,” he said.

The former Rivers State governor pointed to key projects executed during his time in office, including railway development and port expansion, as proof of his capacity. He also claimed to have made progress in tackling insecurity while in government, saying his record sets him apart from other contenders.

Amaechi, now a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), did not hold back in criticising the administration of President Bola Tinubu, arguing that economic conditions have worsened and citizens are struggling.

“Everybody is suffering, everybody is looking for food to eat. People can’t buy fuel, can’t travel. The airlines are threatening to increase the cost of transportation; everything is skyrocketing.

For Christ’s sake, President Tinubu does not have the right to speak, he doesn’t. He promised power and said if he doesn’t give power, they should not vote for him. Nigerians are waiting to vote him out,” he said.

He also raised concerns about the state of Nigeria’s democracy, alleging attempts to weaken opposition parties and calling for the independence of key institutions such as the Independent National Electoral Commission and the judiciary.

“Whether free, fair or not free, if we [ADC] are on the ballot, President Bola Tinubu will lose the election. The problem is he does not want a strong candidate on the ballot,” Amaechi stated.

Amaechi is one of several prominent figures positioning for the 2027 race within the ADC and the broader opposition space, alongside names like Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, Nasir El-Rufai, and Rauf Aregbesola.

The Independent National Electoral Commission has scheduled the presidential election for January 16, 2027.