In January 2027, Atiku Abubakar will be heading to the polls alongside his pick as running mate, Rotimi Amaechi, the former Rivers State governor.
The announcement sent ripples across the country. Many called it a “recycled alliance,” but others saw it as a bold bridge between North and South-South.
Amaechi, who had left APC quietly, demanded real power-sharing and freedom to speak truth. Atiku agreed.
On the campaign trail, the duo was unstoppable. Amaechi energized the South-South and parts of the South-East with his fiery style, while Atiku held the North. They spoke about infrastructure, unity, and ending empty promises. Election night, March 2027: Atiku and Amaechi won. In his victory speech, Atiku raised Amaechi’s hand and declared, “Experience has defeated division.”Amaechi simply added: “Let the work begin. “Nigeria had chosen the unlikely pair.