Atiku sends birthday message to Amaechi amid ADC primary rejection
Former VP Atiku Abubakar sent birthday message to former Transport Minister Chibuike Amaechi on Wednesday, calling him 'brother and fellow patriot' and praising his years of service to Rivers State and Nigeria. The message comes amid Amaechi's rejection of ADC presidential primary results, which he described as 'concocted results' alleging widespread voter disenfranchisement. Amaechi had previously stated he would only accept primary outcomes if the process was 'free, fair and transparent,' claiming about 80% of party members nationwide were prevented from voting. The former Rivers State governor criticized ADC for allegedly engaging in vote buying and rigging while criticizing similar behavior from others. This signals potential division within ADC party as Amaechi, a prominent figure, rejects the primary results. His rejection suggests he may seek alternative political paths forward. With the ADC already facing internal tensions, will Amaechi stay and challenge the results, or will this lead to further fragmentation in the party?