Just In: Peter Obi, Kwankwaso Visit Rotimi Amaechi in Port Harcourt, Details Emerge
- NDC presidential candidate Peter Obi and running mate Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso paid a condolence visit to former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi
- The visit to Port Harcourt came after the death of Amaechi's mother, with her burial ceremony scheduled for the weekend
- Former governors Obi and Kwankwaso expressed their sympathies to Amaechi and his family ahead of the funeral
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Port Harcourt, Rivers State - The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate Peter Obi and his running mate, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, travelled to Port Harcourt to pay their respects to former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi following the death of his mother.
Legit.ng reports that Amaechi's family announced the passing of his mother, Mary Amaechi, on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at the age of 89
Source: Twitter
Mary Amaechi was remembered for upholding peace, unity and service throughout her life, and Nigerians have started reacting to her death.
The two politicians met with Amaechi on Friday, September 4, 2026, at his residence in Port Harcourt.
As reported by TVC News, the former Anambra and Kano governors conveyed their condolences to him and members of his family.
The burial ceremony for Amaechi's mother was scheduled to take place over the weekend.
Obi, who was ratified as the NDC's presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections on May 29, 2026, made the visit alongside Kwankwaso in what observers described as a show of solidarity with the former governor during his period of grief.
Amaechi is the 2027 vice presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC)
Nigerians React to the Visit
The condolence visit drew attention on social media. One user, chef_jenny25, commented: "As it suppose be đź‘Źđź‘Ź"
Peter Obi declares what will happen during 2027 election
Meanwhile, Legit.ng also reported that Peter Obi made a major declaration during a town hall meeting in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Thursday, ahead of the 2027 election.
The NDC presidential candidate referenced the IReV failures that sparked controversy after the 2023 general election.
The NDC vice presidential candidate Rabiu Kwankwaso also addressed supporters, warning Nigerians not to repeat past electoral mistakes.
Source: Legit.ng
