Amaechi Questions Goodluck Jonathan's Presidential Aspirations: What Contributions Could He Offer?
Rotimi Amaechi, a former Rivers State Governor and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has made a significant move ahead of the 2027 election, according to Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, another ADC chieftain. Eze's statements suggest that Amaechi's love for the development and emancipation of Rivers State and its people is unparalleled and infectious.
Eze emphasized that Amaechi's decision to leave the All Progressives Congress (APC), a party he helped establish, indicates a mission to recover Rivers State from undemocratic forces. He also highlighted Amaechi's role in the formation of the coalition that adopted the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as the party to unseat President Bola Tinubu in 2027.
The mammoth crowd that welcomed Amaechi's return to Port Harcourt demonstrates the acceptance of the ADC as the party to form the next government in Rivers State come 2027. The crowd's reception of Amaechi is a testament to his love and admiration by Rivers people, according to Eze.
Meanwhile, former President Goodluck Jonathan has neither confirmed nor denied his interest in the presidency for 2027. However, there are significant maneuverings primarily within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and some interactions with the African Democratic Congress (ADC) regarding his potential return.
The PDP is actively working to facilitate Jonathan's comeback, with moves to possibly offer him an automatic party ticket to run in 2027. A close ally affirmed Jonathan's acceptance of the plan, with Jonathan having consulted key northern leaders, including a meeting with former military President Ibrahim Babangida, to secure broader support.
The ADC is also reportedly in talks with Jonathan, with some sources suggesting he may not contest under PDP due to internal party dynamics, particularly tensions with Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike. Campaign posters have surfaced online linking him with figures like Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal and ex-Kano governor Rabiu Kwankwaso as potential running mates under ADC.
Public advocacy groups and some political leaders are calling for Jonathan's return, citing Nigeria’s current challenges and the desire for experienced leadership. However, no direct statements by Rotimi Amaechi or Eze Chukwuemeka Eze specifically appeared in the search results about their views or responses to Jonathan's potential candidacy.
Amaechi, in addressing speculations about Jonathan's potential return for the 2027 presidential race, stated that he has no regrets about his role in removing Jonathan in 2015, saying it was necessary to "save Nigeria" at the time. He also expressed his opinion that Jonathan's return bid for the presidency is certain, without providing evidence to support his claim.
Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, praising Amaechi's move to the ADC, stated it is historical and purposeful for the country's development. However, no new information about Rotimi Amaechi expressing his opinion that Jonathan's return bid for the presidency is certain was provided in this paragraph.
Thus, the political plans are fluid but indicate a serious move by Jonathan and his allies toward a 2027 comeback with concerted party consultations underway. The crowd's reception of Amaechi in Port Harcourt suggests a strong support base for the ADC in Rivers State, while the lack of explicit statements from Amaechi and Eze on Jonathan's 2027 bid leaves the nature of their involvement unclear.
- Rotimi Amaechi, who joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), expressed his belief that President Bola Tinubu will be unseated in the 2027 election as part of the coalition he helped form.
- There have been discussions about former President Goodluck Jonathan's possible return to politics, with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) allegedly planning to offer him an automatic ticket to run in the 2027 election.
- Amaechi stated that he has no regrets about his role in removing President Jonathan from office in 2015, saying it was necessary to "save Nigeria".
- Jonathan has reportedly held discussions with the African Democratic Congress (ADC), and there have been rumors that he may not contest under the PDP due to tensions with Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike.
- Amaechi and Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, two ADC chieftains, have not publicly expressed their views on Jonathan's potential 2027 candidacy.
- Despite the fluidity of political plans, the 2027 election appears to feature several key figures, including Amaechi, Jonathan, and potential running mates like Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal and ex-Kano governor Rabiu Kwankwaso.
- The announcement of Amaechi's move to the ADC and the subsequent support he received in Port Harcourt could signal the party's potential in the general elections, particularly in Rivers State.
