Amaechi claims Buhari failed to honor a promise regarding the APC presidential ticket
Rotimi Amaechi blamed his defeat in the June 2022 APC presidential primary on following advice from Muhammadu Buhari. During the contest, Tinubu received 1,271 votes while Amaechi received 316 votes. Amaechi claimed Buhari had assured him in writing that he would be announced as the preferred candidate.
- The APC presidential primary in June 2022 saw Tinubu receive 1,271 votes against Amaechi's 316 votes.
- Amaechi accused Bola Tinubu of exploiting religious sentiments to secure support from delegates.
- Amaechi stated that Buhari assured him in writing he would announce him as his preferred candidate.
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