Amaechi: Only Northerners May Vote for Atiku in 2027

Rotimi Amaechi, the former Minister of Transport, expressed concerns regarding Atiku Abubakar's candidacy for the 2027 presidential election. During a discussion on Channel Television, Amaechi asserted that Atiku, a former Vice President, may only receive support from the Northern region, suggesting that voters from the South would not back him.

He criticized Atiku's insinuation that he could adequately represent the nation’s leadership, emphasizing the importance of regional and ethnic considerations in determining leadership. Amaechi warned against using regional and ethnic cards in political discourse, highlighting that the dynamics of the North-South divide play a significant role in electoral outcomes.

He stated that the Northern electorate would likely vote for Atiku, while the South would not, indicating that this regional factor is crucial in the upcoming elections.