Amaechi Rejects 2027 Running Mate Rumours

Amaechi Rejects 2027 Running Mate Rumours

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has firmly dismissed claims that he may run as a vice-presidential candidate alongside former Vice President Atiku Abubakar in the 2027 presidential election. Reports had suggested that he was being considered for a joint ticket, but Amaechi has now made it clear that he is not part of any such political plan.

According to close sources, Amaechi described the rumour as baseless and misleading, insisting that he is not discussing any alliance with Atiku or any presidential hopeful. The former minister reportedly stated that Nigeria’s political future should not be built on false narratives created to spark tension or build political camps ahead of time.

Political observers say Amaechi’s quick dismissal of the rumour signals that he wants to distance himself from the 2027 race at least for now. Many believe this move is aimed at avoiding unnecessary political distractions as the country begins to heat up ahead of the next election cycle.