The All Progressives Congress (APC) has criticized former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, describing him as a loafer outside public office. In a statement by the National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the APC National Working Committee (NWC) expressed surprise at Amaechi's inability to afford medications for his mother's treatment. The party sarcastically prayed for Amaechi, urging employers in his hometown of Ubima to provide him with a suitable job.
Amaechi's mother, Dame Ezinne Mary Oduah Amaechi, passed away at 89, with the APC claiming that her death was due to Amaechi's inability to afford her medications. The party noted that Amaechi had previously confessed to being broke and hungry, with his wife now feeding him. This has raised questions about his ability to manage the country's resources if he were to be elected as vice president in 2027.
The APC questioned how Amaechi became destitute just three years out of office, suggesting that he must be struggling with Peter Pan syndrome or be a loafer, aimless, and irresponsible. The party noted that Amaechi had free-loaded at the highest levels of public office for four decades, never going hungry and always able to afford medications for himself and his family.
The APC also criticized Amaechi's request for the vote of Nigerians in 2027, saying that he wants to continue leeching on the public treasury and maintaining his predatory lifestyle. The party emphasized that the presidency is not a soup kitchen and will not be one for Amaechi. They argued that Amaechi's confession is a clear indication of his unfitness for the office of vice president.
The statement from the APC has sparked a reaction, with many Nigerians taking to social media to express their opinions on Amaechi's situation. Some have expressed sympathy for Amaechi, while others have criticized him for his perceived lack of responsibility. The development has also raised questions about the state of politics in Nigeria and the kind of leaders the country needs.
Rotimi Amaechi has had a long and distinguished career in politics, serving as a two-term Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, two-term Governor, and two-term Minister of Transportation. He was also a former presidential aspirant and is currently the vice-presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
The APC's criticism of Amaechi has highlighted the intense rivalry between the two political parties in Nigeria. With the 2027 elections approaching, the APC and other parties are expected to engage in a fierce battle for votes. The party's statement has also raised questions about the kind of leadership Nigeria needs, with some arguing that leaders should be able to manage their own affairs without relying on public office.
Key points
- The APC has criticized Rotimi Amaechi, describing him as a loafer outside public office.
- Amaechi's inability to afford medications for his mother's treatment has sparked a reaction from the APC.
- The APC has questioned Amaechi's fitness for the office of vice president, citing his confession as evidence.
