Rotimi Amaechi, former Governor of Rivers State and ex-Minister of Transportation, is trending following his candid remarks at the launch of Sule Lamido's autobiography, Being True to Myself, in Abuja on May 13, 2025. Amaechi asserted that if he and Lamido were still serving governors, they would have actively challenged President Bola Tinubu's administration, reflecting on their past as assertive leaders within the Nigeria Governors' Forum (NGF).
"We would confront the government, confront the president. That's how radical we were," Amaechi stated, emphasizing the proactive stance they took during their tenure. He reminisced about their collaborative efforts in holding the federal government accountable, highlighting a period marked by bold opposition and commitment to governance reforms.
The event also shed light on the political divergence between Amaechi and Lamido. Amaechi recounted their split during the opposition to former President Goodluck Jonathan's re-election bid. While Amaechi and other governors supported the formation of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Lamido chose to align with the Social Democratic Party (SDP), leading to their political separation.
Amaechi's comments have sparked discussions about the current political climate in Nigeria, with many reflecting on the assertiveness of past governors compared to the present. His critique of the current administration's approach and the perceived passivity of today's governors has resonated with citizens concerned about governance and accountability.
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