By Our Reporter 

The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has picked former Rivers State Governor, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, as its vice-presidential candidate for the 2027 presidential election.

In a statement issued by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC said the selection followed extensive consultations with party leaders, coalition partners, youth and women stakeholders, and representatives of all geopolitical zones.

The party said the recommendation came after the conclusion of its presidential primaries, in which Amaechi emerged as runner-up and earned widespread support from members across the country.

“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,” the statement said.

The ADC highlighted Amaechi’s record in public service, noting his time as Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, two terms as Governor of Rivers State, and his tenure as Minister of Transportation, where he led rail modernisation initiatives.

“Few political leaders in Nigeria today possess such extensive and balanced experience across both the legislative and executive arms of government. This depth of experience will be invaluable in supporting the next ADC administration from day one,” the party said.

The ADC said Amaechi’s influence in the South-South and wider Southern Nigeria, his reputation as a reform-minded administrator, and his ability to build coalitions make him well positioned to complement Atiku Abubakar’s candidacy.

“Together, Atiku Abubakar and Rotimi Amaechi embody a truly national ticket—one that bridges regions, generations, and political traditions. Their combined experience in governance, economic management, public administration, party organisation, and nation-building offers Nigerians a credible and compelling alternative capable of restoring confidence in government and accelerating national development,” the statement said.

The party said the Atiku-Amaechi ticket sends a clear message to Nigerians demanding competent leadership, economic revival, job creation, security, and national unity.

“The ADC is prepared to govern, prepared to unite the nation, and prepared to deliver results,” it said.

The ADC called on party members, coalition partners, civil society organisations, youth groups, women leaders, and Nigerians of goodwill to join the effort to “renew our nation and secure a better future for generations to come.”