Senator Adams Oshiomhole has dismissed former Minister Rotimi Amaechi’s assertion that he was instrumental in making Muhammadu Buhari president in 2015. Oshiomhole, the lawmaker representing Edo North, alleged that Amaechi did not even cast his ballot for Buhari in that election.
Speaking on The Mic On Podcast on Sunday, Oshiomhole claimed that Amaechi, as Director-General of Buhari’s campaign, instructed his supporters in Rivers State to boycott the polls. According to Oshiomhole, Amaechi was intimidated by former Rivers Governor Nyesom Wike and yielded to his influence.
Oshiomhole said, “Amaechi is lying when he claims he made Buhari president. The truth is, he couldn’t vote for Buhari in 2015 because he was overwhelmed by Wike’s forces. He told his people not to vote.”
Amaechi had previously stated on Arise TV that he, not Bola Tinubu, was responsible for Buhari’s victory. Oshiomhole’s comments challenge that narrative, suggesting Amaechi’s role was limited due to his inability to secure votes in Rivers State.