Once towering figures in the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nasir El-Rufai and Rotimi Amaechi have now become some of the party’s most vocal adversaries. These two political heavyweights, who played pivotal roles in APC’s rise to power, have found themselves sidelined, their influence diminished, and their loyalty seemingly unreciprocated.
El-Rufai, a former governor of Kaduna State, and Amaechi, an ex-governor of Rivers State and former Minister of Transportation, were instrumental in solidifying APC’s dominance. Their strategic efforts, unwavering commitment, and political maneuvering helped propel the party to national prominence. Yet, rather than being rewarded, they have been cast into political oblivion, discarded by the very structure they helped build.
The rift between the duo and the APC establishment has deepened, leading them to adopt a stance that many interpret as vengeful. Feeling betrayed and abandoned, they are now wielding their political influence to undermine the party’s grip ahead of the crucial 2027 elections. Like wounded lions, they appear determined to shake APC to its core, setting the stage for an intense political showdown.
With their deep connections, vast experience, and considerable followership, El-Rufai and Amaechi remain formidable forces. If their discontent continues to fester, APC could face one of its biggest internal crises yet—one that might redefine the party’s future. The battle lines are being drawn, and as 2027 approaches, the political landscape may witness an all-out war between the betrayed and the betrayers.
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