Former Minister of Transportation, Mr Rotimi Amaechi, has stated that Nigeria Economy would be better if he was elected president of the country.
During an interview on Channel’s television on Thursday, Amaechi also called for the next president of Nigeria to come from the south.
He argued that leadership should be determined by capacity, competence and character, not regional entitlement or dominance.
Highlighting his trajectories as the former governor of Rivers state, Amaechi states that his reign as the president of Nigeria would have saved the country.
He stated that he easily curbed insecurity when he was a governor within six months of assuming office.
“If I were president today, Nigerians would not be this hungry. I built schools in every village with computer access, created jobs through agricultural programs, and ensured transparency in spending. I’ve shown what’s possible with the right leadership.
“This administration is worse than the previous one. People are hungry. Insecurity is rising. The cost of living is out of control.
“This isn’t about me, it’s about Nigeria. Once the platform is in place, we’ll talk about who runs. But yes, I am ready and capable to lead this country,” he stated.
The former minister who further described the upcoming 2027 general election as a battle between “ordinary Nigerians and the entrenched political elite,” said the current administration is worse than the former one, citing insecurities, hunger and abject poverty in the land.
Therefore, he urged Nigerians to come together behind the newly formed coalition movement that prioritizes equity, accountability, and real change.
He said; “Nigeria belongs to all of us. We cannot sustain a democracy where one region dominates while others are locked out. The South has capable leaders. It’s time to restore balance and deliver real results.
“This election is no longer about party loyalty. It is Nigerians versus the political elite. If you want change, real change, then it’s time to rise. The South is ready to lead. We’re building a platform that gives every Nigerian a voice, and hope.”
Furthermore, Amaechi revealed that the newly formed coalition is currently pursuing registration of a new platform, the African Democratic Alliance, ADA.
According to him, ADA is being delayed by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC.
“INEC is deliberately closing the political space to prevent credible alternatives like ADA from emerging.
“The South has been sidelined for too long. We have leaders with experience and integrity. It’s time we take the lead again,” he added.
