Tinubu Sends Birthday Wishes to Amaechi Amid Political Realignments

President Bola Tinubu’s recent birthday message to former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has stirred political conversations across the country. On May 27, Tinubu congratulated Amaechi on his 60th birthday, stating, “I wish you well in your political career.”

The message comes at a politically sensitive time, as Amaechi is reportedly in talks with a new opposition coalition said to be led by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. Other prominent figures in the alliance include Peter Obi, Datti Baba-Ahmed, and Babachir Lawal. The group is believed to be strategizing to challenge Tinubu’s re-election in 2027.

In his message, Tinubu also acknowledged Amaechi’s past roles in governance, highlighting his service as Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, two-term Governor of Rivers State, and Minister of Transportation. For many political observers, this acknowledgment goes beyond a routine birthday greeting—some interpret it as a deliberate and strategic move, recognizing Amaechi’s influence and recent political positioning.

With the 2027 elections on the horizon, the dynamic between Tinubu and Amaechi—once allies, now potentially on opposing sides—could have significant implications for Nigeria’s political landscape.