Former Minister of Transport, Rotimi Amaechi, has dismissed reports suggesting he is pursuing a vice-presidential position, stating that his political ambition is strictly centred on the presidency amid discussions over the presidential ticket of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
Speaking during a recent appearance on the podcast Daily Politics on Trust TV, Amaechi reacted to issues relating to party leadership, consensus talks, and rumours linking him to a possible vice-presidential slot.
“I did not buy form to be vice president. Who are all those saying that?,” he queried.
The former Rivers governor insisted that attention should remain on the presidential race and not the vice-presidential office.
“Idris, the interview is about presidency. I didn’t buy form for vice president. If you want to interview a vice president, I can send them in for you”.
On the issue of adopting a consensus candidate within the party, Amaechi said such a move must be based on agreement among party stakeholders.
“If the party wants a consensus, let’s have a meeting. If we agree, we do it. If we don’t, we go primary”.
