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‘Politicians Steal, Kill To Remain In Govt.; If You Think Tinub’ll Give You Power, You’re Wasting Your Time’ – Rotimi Amaechi


Rotimi Amaechi, a former Minister of Transport, has made a scathing critique of Nigerian politicians, stating that they are only interested in retaining power, stealing, and killing.

Amaechi made this remark at the National Conference on Strengthening Democracy in Nigeria, where he emphasized the need for good governance and political integrity.

His comments were laced with frustration, as he noted that Nigerians have short memories and tend to forget the past.

He said, “All we hear here is typical Nigeria, and you’re clapping. That’s why politicians get away with anything. They get away with murder because you have a short memory. None of you here can defend the votes. You have complained; Nigerians have been clapping for you.”

The former Rivers State Governor also took a swipe at President Bola Tinubu, suggesting that the current political climate would remain unchanged.

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He stated, “The politician is there in Nigeria to steal, to maim, to kill, and to remain in power. If you think Tinubu will give it to you, you are wasting your time. When we speak, we forget history.”

The former minister reflected on his own journey in Nigerian politics, which he said was shaped by poverty and necessity.

He noted, “Unfortunately for me, poverty has made me part of the political system since I left university in 1987, and I’ve been part of the process till today.”

Amaechi’s comments were met with a response from former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, who shared his own experience with paid political rallies. Abubakar said, “Let me intervene here… because when Odili was in office as a governor, we went on a rally, and the entire stadium was filled to capacity, but before we could finish the rally, everybody had left. We were left alone, and then I asked what happened; he said they paid for only two hours.”

The All Progressives Congress (APC) also responded to Amaechi’s comments, accusing him of inciting the youths against the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

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