Amaechi Has No Electoral Value In Rivers, Wike Claims

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has described former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, as a “political liability” with no electoral value in Rivers State and the wider South-South region.
Wike made the remarks during his monthly media briefing in Abuja on Tuesday, where he questioned whether former Vice President Atiku Abubakar would consider Amaechi as a potential running mate ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
The FCT minister suggested that any decision to select Amaechi as a vice-presidential candidate would be based on factors other than his ability to deliver votes.
“If you are choosing a Vice Presidential candidate, a running mate, ...