Former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi says his experience in governance and infrastructure development positions him to address Nigeria’s challenges as the country prepares for the 2027 general elections.
Speaking on The Morning Brief on Channels Television on Friday, Amaechi said he understands Nigeria’s problems and has the capacity to provide solutions.
“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.
Amaechi, a former Rivers State governor, pointed to projects executed during his time in office, including rail lines and port development, as evidence of his track record in public service.
He also claimed to have tackled insecurity while in office, arguing that his experience sets him apart from other contenders in the race.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain criticised the current administration of President Bola Tinubu, saying the economic situation has worsened and that many Nigerians are facing hardship.
“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,” he said.
Amaechi also accused the administration of attempting to weaken opposition parties and called for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the judiciary to operate independently.
“Whether free, fair or not free, if we are on the ballot, President Bola Tinubu will lose the election,” he said.
He is among several prominent figures positioning for the 2027 presidential race under various political platforms, including Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Rabiu Kwankwaso, Nasir El-Rufai and Rauf Aregbesola.
The Independent National Electoral Commission has fixed January 16, 2027, for the presidential election, while party primaries are scheduled between April 23 and May 30, 2026.
