APC Mocks Amaechi Over Claim He Couldn’t Afford Mother’s Medication, Describes Him ‘Loafer’ Outside Public Office

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has mocked former Rivers State Governor and African Democratic Congress (ADC) vice-presidential candidate Rotimi Amaechi over his reported inability to afford medication for his late mother, describing him as a “loafer” outside public office.
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The APC, in a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, on Sunday, also questioned Amaechi’s suitability for the vice-presidential position ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The party began by praying for the repose of the soul of Amaechi’s mother, Dame Ezinne Mary Oduah Amaechi, and wishing the former governor “excellent health of mind and body.”

However, it quickly turned its attention to Amaechi’s reported financial difficulties, saying he had been unable to afford medication for his mother’s treatment.

The APC sarcastically prayed that employers in Amaechi’s hometown of Ubima in Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State would find him suitable for a job that could provide enough income for him to feed himself and his family and afford medications.

“We also pray for excellent health of mind and body for her son, Rotimi Chibuike Amaechi, a former two-term Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, two-term Governor, two-term Minister of Transportation, former presidential aspirant, and currently the vice-presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), who could not afford medications for his mother’s treatment,” the statement said.

“It is our sincere wish that employers of labour in his hometown of Ubima in Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State may find him suitable for a job that pays wages sufficient for him to feed and buy medications for himself and his beloved family for the rest of his retirement. Amen.”

The ruling party also referenced previous comments attributed to Amaechi about his financial situation, saying the former governor had previously complained that he had become broke and hungry to the extent that his wife was feeding him.

The APC said Amaechi had now reportedly linked his mother’s death at the age of 89 to his inability to afford her medications.

“Rotimi Amaechi’s uncanny confessions must not be missed. First, he howled that he had become so broke and hungry that his wife was now feeding him. Now, he has stated that his inability to afford medications killed his mother at 89,” the party said.

The APC then attacked Amaechi’s record in public office, arguing that he had spent about four decades benefiting from government positions and should have developed means of earning a living outside political office.

“For four decades, Rotimi Amaechi freeloaded at the highest levels of public office. He was never hungry and could afford medications for himself and his family,” the party said.

“Just three years out of office, he has become destitute, unable to fend for himself and his loved ones.”

The APC further described Amaechi as a “loafer, aimless and irresponsible” if his inability to earn a living outside public office was not due to what it called “some kind of Peter Pan syndrome.”

It also accused him of seeking the ADC vice-presidential ticket in order to return to government patronage.

“The same Rotimi Amaechi now asks Nigerians to make him vice president come 2027 so he can continue leeching on the public treasury and keep the predatory lifestyle he has grown accustomed to,” the party said.

Amaechi

The APC concluded by declaring that the presidency should not be used as a means of providing for individuals, saying: “The presidency is not a soup kitchen and will not be a soup kitchen for Rotimi Amaechi.”

It added: “No one can speak more to Rotimi Amaechi’s unfitness for the office of Vice President than Rotimi Amaechi himself.”

Amaechi stated during a recent interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today that the economic policies of President Bola Tinubu’s administration contributed to the death of his mother by making her medication difficult to afford.

The former Rivers State governor asserted that “Tinubu’s policies killed my mother”. He claimed his mother was healthy before 2023, but after the administration took office, rising costs made it hard to buy her drugs.

He argued that general inflation and economic pressures under the current administration are harming ordinary citizens and affecting healthcare access.
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Government Ban ‘Tinubu Must Go Movement’ in Borno, Says Any Protesters Caught Will Be Arrested, Detained

Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has warned that his administration will not tolerate actions capable of undermining peace and security in the state, amid renewed demonstrations by youths wearing T-shirts bearing the inscription “Tinubu Must Go.”
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Zulum said there would be consequences for people who, according to him, were using group identities, weapons and political activities to create unrest in Maiduguri.

The governor spoke in an interview in which he warned that authorities would take action against people he said were responsible for recent disturbances in the state.

“But you put it in writing on the singlet. You wear a T-shirt showing a sign of arms and knives. You wear the singlet and move around claiming to belong to a particular group,” Zulum said.

He warned that continued inaction could make the state capital uninhabitable.

“I swear, if we stand by and watch these things happen without taking actions. I swear, this town will not remain habitable if this continues. I am telling you,” he said.

Zulum said some areas of the city had become difficult to access at night because of activities by groups he described as problematic.

“You cannot enter some area around 11 o’clock. Those people, we will deal with all of them within ten minutes. But because there is no unity and cooperation…” he said.

He also expressed concern over the impact of violence on residents, including women.

“We will see what happens in this town. We have seen people being destroyed, and we are witnessing these things, including women being affected, right before our eyes,” the governor said.

Zulum said political considerations should not prevent authorities from taking action against people responsible for violence or unrest.

“People will be killed. But today, because of politics, someone will say, ‘Leave our boys alone,’ even when our own people are responsible for what is happening,” he said.

The governor added that his administration would take action against those responsible for recent incidents.

“We will deal with those responsible for what has been happening here over the past five days,” he said. He further warned that some measures would be taken without prior public announcement.

“That is why we will rise up and take action. There are measures we will take without necessarily announcing them to anyone. Anyone we catch will be arrested and detained,” Zulum said. He stressed that his administration would not allow anyone to destabilise the state.

“We will not tolerate anyone who wants to undermine peace in Borno. This is not about me personally. We will not allow anyone to instigate another conflict, attack others, or cause unrest,” he said.

Zulum also questioned the effectiveness of past protests and urged those interested in politics to pursue their ambitions through democratic means. “What was achieved through all these acts of protest that were done years ago?” he asked.

“What has violence achieved? If you want to contest an election, go ahead. If you want to engage in politics, do politics, but…”

The governor’s comments come days after five men were arrested and arraigned in Maiduguri over T-shirts bearing the inscription “Tinubu Must Go.”

The five men, identified as Baba Aji Gremami, Mustapha Abba Yemen, Abacha Mohammed Ali, Adam Umar Gubio and Abdulhamid Mohammed, were charged with criminal conspiracy, inciting disturbance, disturbance of public peace and thuggery under Sections 60, 78, 79 and 392 of the Borno State Penal Code.

They pleaded not guilty, while their bail application is expected to be ruled on October 6. The substantive case has been fixed for October 26.

The arrests have generated controversy, with opposition groups and rights activists questioning whether the men were being prosecuted over the political message on their clothing.

The Borno State Police Command, however, has denied arresting the men simply because they wore anti-Tinubu shirts.

The police said they were apprehended during a routine patrol around West End Roundabout in Maiduguri and that officers allegedly recovered 15 wraps of dried leaves suspected to be Indian hemp, 100 tablets suspected to be D5, a shisha pot, scissors and two T-shirts bearing the “Tinubu Must Go” inscription.

The police said the suspects were arrested over allegations of inciting disturbance, breach of public peace, thuggery and possession of suspected illicit drugs.

The ADC, however, rejected the police account, alleging that the youths had obtained clearance from the police and the Department of State Services to hold a peaceful gathering at its secretariat around West End Roundabout.

Zulum had previously denied ordering the arrest of the five men or any opposition politicians, saying he was not aware of the arrests and that his focus remained on rebuilding Borno after years of Boko Haram insurgency.

Tinubu Must Go

The latest comments, however, come as dozens of youths have again appeared in Maiduguri wearing white T-shirts with the “Tinubu Must Go” inscription. SaharaReporters reported that the youths were seen marching together in a video circulating on X, days after the five men were arrested.

The fresh demonstration was seen as a show of solidarity with those arrested and a renewed expression of opposition to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections. The circumstances surrounding the gathering, including whether it had obtained formal approval from security agencies, could not immediately be independently established.

The controversy over the arrests has continued to attract criticism, with Amnesty International and other political figures questioning the prosecution of the men.

The case has also prompted a petition by lawyer and rights activist Hamza N. Dantani to the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, calling for a review of the arrests and prosecution and alleging possible selective enforcement of the law by the Borno Police Command.
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Goronyo Inaugurates BMG Association North-West Structure for Tinubu/Shettima 2027, Urges Grassroots Engagement

The Honourable Minister of State for Works, Rt. Hon. Bello Muhammad Goronyo, Esq., has inaugurated the National and State Executive members of Bello Muhammad Goronyo (BMG) Associates for Asiwaju/Shettima 2027, a support organisation established to promote grassroots engagement, strengthen stakeholder participation and coordinate political activities across the seven North-West states ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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The inauguration and reception of the newly constituted National and State Executive members took place on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at Syde Resort, Raba Road, Kaduna.

Speaking at the occasion, the Honourable Minister commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for prioritising infrastructure development as a key driver of economic growth, national integration and development.
He highlighted some of the major infrastructure projects being undertaken by the Federal Government, including the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway, Sokoto–Badagry Superhighway, Trans-Saharan Corridor and the Akwanga–Jos–Bauchi–Gombe corridor, as well as other strategic road projects such as the Abuja–Kaduna–Zaria–Kano and Zaria–Gusau–Sokoto corridors.
The Minister noted that the projects form part of the Federal Government’s broader infrastructure development programme aimed at improving connectivity, facilitating trade, opening up economic opportunities and strengthening national integration. He identify the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway, Sokoto–Badagry Superhighway, Calabar–Abuja/Trans-Saharan corridor and Akwanga–Jos–Bauchi–Gombe corridor among the administration’s major infrastructure projects.

Goronyo also highlighted developments in the rail sector and other government programmes, including the Kaduna–Kano rail project, the Kano City Rail Service and the student loan scheme, as part of the administration’s broader efforts to improve transportation, education and economic opportunities.

On the political environment ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Minister called for unity, peaceful coexistence and responsible political engagement. He expressed the view that, in the interest of continuity and stability, President Tinubu should be allowed to complete his constitutional tenure and seek a second term, noting that the North had its turn during the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari.

As part of his support for the activities of the newly inaugurated State Executive structures, the Honourable Minister presented eight Toyota vehicles to the organisation—one each for the seven North-West state structures and one for the National Executive—to facilitate their operational activities, grassroots engagement, coordination and other organisational responsibilities.
The vehicles are expected to enhance mobility and coordination across the respective states as the organisation continues to develop its structures and engage with stakeholders at various levels.

Tinubu, Shettima

The occasion was attended by prominent political leaders, government officials, community leaders, women and youth representatives, as well as other stakeholders from across the North-West.

The Honourable Minister also paid tribute to the former Governor of Sokoto State and Senator representing Sokoto North Senatorial District, Distinguished Senator Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko, whom he described as a father, leader and mentor. He acknowledged Senator Wamakko’s contributions to political leadership and public service.

In his opening remarks, the Secretary-General and Director of Strategy and Communication of BMG Associates, Engr. Harisu H. M. Jibrila, PhD, provided an insight into the origin and development of the organisation.
He explained that the promoters of the organisation had worked with Minister Goronyo during the 2023 presidential campaign of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and had, in the process, observed his leadership qualities, commitment and organisational capacity.

According to him, the experience strengthened their resolve to work with the Minister in building a coordinated platform capable of engaging stakeholders and communities across the North-West ahead of the 2027 political season.

A renowned Islamic scholar, member of the Kaduna State Special Hajj Committee and Adviser/Commentator on Hajj Matters and Pilgrimage Affairs, Sheikh Haliru Maraya, commended Minister Goronyo’s leadership qualities, describing him as reliable, sincere and dependable.
Sheikh Maraya shared his personal experience of working with the Minister and emphasised the importance of good character, trust and responsible leadership. He also highlighted infrastructure and other development interventions as areas that should be effectively communicated to citizens.

In her remarks, the Commissioner for Women Affairs, Kaduna State, Hajiya Rabi Salisu, welcomed the Minister and other participants and emphasised the importance of strengthening engagement with women and youths.
She spoke on issues relating to security, economic reforms, infrastructure development and empowerment, stressing the need for stakeholders to remain connected with communities and ensure meaningful inclusion of women and young people in development and political engagement.

A youth representative and Regional Youth Leader, Abdullahi Abubakar Yola, called on young people to remain united, peaceful and responsible, urging them to reject violence and avoid allowing themselves to be used for activities capable of creating conflict or division.
He stressed the importance of education, skills acquisition, employment opportunities and youth empowerment, while calling for greater participation of young people in constructive community and political activities.

Similarly, the Director-General of the Tinubu Support Group (TSG), Dr. Umar Tanko Yakasai, emphasised the importance of unity, respect, grassroots organisation and collective effort in strengthening the structures of BMG Associates across communities.
He also commended the Honourable Minister for his dedication and commitment to public service and encouraged continued engagement with stakeholders.

Dr. A. A. Mai Agogo commended the Minister for his vision and initiative, urging the newly inaugurated National and State Executive members to remain trustworthy, disciplined and committed to the objectives of the organisation.

A member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Nasiru Shehu Bodinga (BOBO), commended Goronyo for providing a platform for wider stakeholder engagement and called for sustained coordination among the National, State, Local Government and Ward structures.
He also expressed his readiness to contribute to the activities of the organisation and efforts aimed at strengthening engagement at all levels.

Hajiya Sa’adatu Dogon Bauchi, Federal Commissioner, National Population Commission (NPC), representing Kaduna State, commended Minister Goronyo for his foresight, vision and commitment to public service.
She recalled their involvement in the 2023 presidential campaign and expressed her readiness to support continued engagement ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Barr. Nasiru Regachikun also commended Rt. Hon. Goronyo for the initiative and called on members of the organisation to take their message to communities and engage citizens peacefully, respectfully and responsibly.

Other stakeholders who spoke at the event expressed support for stronger grassroots engagement, increased participation of youths and women, peaceful political activities and effective coordination across the various levels of the organisation.

Goronyo urged the newly inaugurated executives to discharge their responsibilities with dedication, discipline, accountability and commitment, while remaining responsive to the needs and concerns of the people.

He said the inauguration marked another important step in the development and expansion of the organisation’s structure and its engagement with communities across the North-West.

The Honourable Minister expressed appreciation to the organisers, executives, stakeholders, women and youths for their presence and commitment, and urged them to maintain peaceful, respectful, inclusive and responsible engagement as they carried out their various responsibilities.

Signed:
Abdullahi Mohammed
SA Media to the Honourable Minister of State for Works
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