Barely one week after the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, unveiled former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, as his running mate for the 2027 presidential election, fresh cracks have emerged within the opposition party.
Investigations revealed that party chieftains and supporters are sharply divided over the choice of Amaechi as vice-presidential candidate, with some loyalists of Atiku reportedly calling for his replacement.
The development has sparked intense disagreements among stakeholders, with critics questioning the political calculation behind the ticket and expressing concerns over its acceptability across key regions of the country.
Sources within the party disclosed that another source of concern is the alleged reluctance of Amaechi to formally accept the vice-presidential nomination.
Some party members are said to be worried that the former Rivers State governor has yet to publicly and officially signify his acceptance of the offer.
The controversy has further heightened tensions within the party, with fears that the disagreement could trigger another round of internal crisis if not quickly resolved.
Meanwhile, some prominent stakeholders have openly criticised the Atiku-Amaechi pairing, arguing that the ticket may alienate certain blocs within the opposition coalition.
Despite the growing discontent, the ADC leadership has yet to issue an official statement on the concerns surrounding the vice-presidential slot.
