Former Rivers State Governor and immediate past Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has officially submitted his presidential nomination form at the national secretariat of the African Democratic Congress in Abuja, formally declaring his interest in the party’s ticket ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The development marks a major step in Amaechi’s political journey and positions him among the leading figures seeking to emerge as the ADC’s presidential candidate.
The nomination form was earlier obtained on his behalf by a delegation led by former Edo State Governor and ADC chieftain, John Odigie-Oyegun.
Amaechi was accompanied during the submission ceremony by his wife, Dame Judith Amaechi, his son Dr. Chikamkpa Amaechi, alongside political associates, party stakeholders, and supporters.
Speaking during the event, Hon. Nasiru Babale Ila, who presented the form, said the party remained open to credible aspirants ready to contribute to Nigeria’s democratic process.
Amaechi’s entry into the race is expected to intensify political activities within the ADC as preparations for the 2027 elections gather momentum.
The former minister is widely regarded as one of Nigeria’s experienced political figures, having served in several strategic positions over the years, including Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, two-term governor of Rivers State, Minister of Transportation, and Director-General of the Muhammadu Buhari Presidential Campaign Organisation.
Supporters of the former governor say his experience in governance, infrastructure development record, and understanding of national politics place him in a strong position ahead of the party primaries.
His emergence further boosts the growing list of prominent politicians seeking the ADC presidential ticket, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and businessman Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, who have also reportedly obtained nomination forms in recent days.
Political observers believe the increasing interest in the ADC could reshape conversations ahead of the next general elections as opposition figures continue to explore alternative political platforms.
