Amaechi Challenges Critics to Prove Corruption Allegations Against Him

The African Democratic Congress, ADC, vice-presidential candidate, Rotimi Amaechi, has challenged anyone accusing him of corruption to provide evidence, saying he has remained in politics for decades without being arrested over the allegation.

Amaechi made the statement on Friday, October 2, 2026, during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today.

The former Rivers State governor said he entered politics in 1987 and questioned why those alleging that he was corrupt had not been able to establish the claims against him.

He said he was prepared to face anyone who could provide evidence that he had engaged in corrupt practices.

Amaechi reiterated his position that he had deliberately kept away from corruption throughout his years in public service, challenging his critics to substantiate their allegations.

“I am waiting for the person that will prove that I am corrupt,” he said.

The former minister also compared corruption under President Bola Tinubu’s administration with that of the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari, under whom he served as Minister of Transportation.

Amaechi alleged that corruption under the current administration was more visible than it was during Buhari’s tenure, arguing that those involved were less discreet.

He further defended his record in public office, maintaining that allegations against him should be subjected to evidence rather than political claims.

Amaechi served as governor of Rivers State from 2007 to 2015 and later served as Minister of Transportation from 2015 to 2022. He is currently the ADC vice-presidential candidate ahead of the 2027 general election.

His comments come amid heightened political activities and renewed debate over corruption, governance and the records of political actors ahead of the 2027 elections.