Rotimi Amaechi Slams Tinubu Over Hunger Crisis in Bold Attack

Rotimi Amaechi Slams Tinubu Over Hunger Crisis in Bold Attack

Rotimi Amaechi has broken his silence. The former Minister of Transportation and two-time governor of Rivers State has taken a strong stand against the current administration, accusing President Bola Tinubu’s government of worsening Nigeria’s deepening poverty and hunger crisis.

In a raw and heartfelt interview with the BBC, Amaechi didn’t mince words. He painted a bleak picture of a nation in despair. “People are dying. People are starving. I myself am feeling the effects of hunger,” he said. His voice cracked with emotion, revealing how close the crisis has hit home.

Amaechi, a founding member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), shocked many with his outspoken criticism. While he acknowledged his loyalty to the party, he made it clear that he would not blindly follow any government that is harming the people.

“If the government is failing the country, you don’t just go along because you’re in the same party. You know that’s not right,” he stated with conviction.

The pain in his words reflected the growing struggle of millions of Nigerians who now face rising food prices, unemployment, and economic instability.

Rotimi Amaechi’s comments came shortly after the APC confirmed President Tinubu as its sole candidate for the 2027 election. Many saw the endorsement as premature, but Amaechi saw something more dangerous—a betrayal of the Nigerian people.

Although he didn’t confirm his own presidential ambitions, Amaechi admitted that he had not ruled it out. “Certainly, I believe I can make a meaningful contribution,” he said. That simple line has fueled speculations that he may be positioning himself for a major political comeback.

He recalled his time as Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, a period when the number of out-of-school children was already a serious concern. “Back then, the figure was about 10 million. Now, it has ballooned. What hope does a country have if its children can’t go to school?” he asked, his tone filled with worry.

Amaechi connected the dots between hunger, insecurity, and terrorism. “The Boko Haram insurgency is not just a religious crisis. Many of those involved are driven by desperation and hunger,” he said.

He believes the current economic policies are not just failing—they are fueling violence. Kidnappings, banditry, and terror attacks have become more frequent. People no longer commit crimes just for ideology or greed. Hunger is now one of the biggest weapons turning Nigerians against each other.

His words have sparked strong reactions across political and social circles. Nigerians online flooded platforms with support and criticism. But many agreed on one thing—Amaechi spoke the truth.

As his message spreads, so does speculation about a growing alliance of opposition figures. Key politicians from across party lines are already in talks. They include former Vice President Atiku Abubakar of the PDP and Peter Obi of the Labour Party.

Even Nasir El-Rufai, the former governor of Kaduna State and a once-loyal Tinubu ally, has been linked to possible talks with opposition groups.

Rotimi Amaechi warned that the steady stream of defectors into the ruling APC threatens Nigeria’s fragile democracy. “We cannot let Nigeria become a one-party state. If we do, who will hold the government accountable?” he said.

He emphasized the importance of unity among the opposition. “We’re thinking that if we come together and win the election, the country will certainly witness change,” he stated.

Amaechi’s voice now joins a louder national conversation. Nigerians are fed up. Hunger is not just something felt in rural communities anymore. Even urban families can no longer afford daily meals.

Young people are leaving in droves. Many professionals now dream of relocating because they see no future here. Parents are skipping meals so their children can eat. Hospitals lack basic supplies. Children beg on the streets.

And Amaechi has captured all of that suffering in one bold statement—people are starving.

His message has touched a nerve. Not because he is the first to say it, but because he is saying it now. As a member of the ruling class, his admission of shared hunger makes the crisis feel more urgent.

This is no longer a debate between political parties. It’s a battle for survival.

Rotimi Amaechi’s voice may soon become one of the loudest leading a national realignment. Whether or not he throws his hat into the 2027 presidential race, he has already reignited hope that someone—anyone—still cares enough to speak for the people.

If he can bring other voices together, Nigeria may yet see a true opposition strong enough to restore public trust and steer the country toward recovery.

For now, his warning hangs heavy in the air: the hunger is real, and silence is no longer an option.