Just in: ADC Formally Unveils Atiku-Amaechi Presidential Ticket

Just in: ADC Formally Unveils Atiku-Amaechi Presidential Ticket 

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has formally unveiled former Minister of Transportation and ex-Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, as its vice-presidential candidate for the 2027 general election, setting the stage for a high-profile Atiku Abubakar-Amaechi ticket aimed at challenging for power at the national level.

The announcement, made on Monday in a statement signed by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, followed what the ADC described as extensive consultations with party leaders, coalition partners, youth and women groups, and representatives from across the country.

According to the party, Amaechi’s nomination came after he emerged runner-up in the ADC presidential primaries, a performance it said reflected his strong support base and standing within the party.

The ADC described the Atiku-Amaechi partnership as a union of two experienced political figures whose combined records in governance, public administration and nation-building would provide Nigerians with a credible alternative ahead of the 2027 election.

The party highlighted Amaechi’s political career, noting that he served as Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Governor of Rivers State for two terms, and later as Minister of Transportation, where he spearheaded major rail and transportation projects.

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It also argued that the former governor’s political influence across the South-South and the wider Southern region would strengthen the ticket and help broaden the party’s appeal nationwide.

“Together, Atiku Abubakar and Rotimi Amaechi embody a truly national ticket—one that bridges regions, generations and political traditions,” the statement said.

The ADC added that the ticket represents its commitment to addressing key national concerns, including economic recovery, job creation, security and national unity.

Expressing confidence in the new partnership, the party said the Atiku-Amaechi ticket would energise its coalition and offer the leadership required to build a stronger and more prosperous Nigeria.

It subsequently called on party members, coalition partners, civil society groups, youth organisations, women leaders and Nigerians to support its campaign ahead of the 2027 presidential election

 

Just in: ADC Formally Unveils Atiku-Amaechi Presidential Ticket