Tinubu hails Amaechi's service to nation at 60

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended warm birthday felicitations to former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi, as he marked his 60th birthday on Tuesday, May 27.
In a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu praised Amaechi’s unwavering dedication to public service, describing him as a prominent political figure whose contributions have left an indelible mark on the governance of Rivers State and Nigeria at large.
“President Bola Tinubu rejoices with Mr. Rotimi Chibuike Amaechi, a prominent politician and former Minister of Transportation, on his 60th birthday on May 27,” the statement reads.
Reflecting on Amaechi’s storied political career, Tinubu noted the former Minister’s notable achievements as Rivers Speaker and his two-term tenure as Governor.
He particularly acknowledged Amaechi’s leadership role as Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, a position from which he coordinated intergovernmental relations and policy harmonization across the 36 states.
The President also lauded Amaechi’s service at the federal level, where he served as Minister of Transportation under President Muhammadu Buhari for eight years.
During his tenure, Amaechi spearheaded major infrastructural projects, including the revival of Nigeria’s rail transport system and modernization of key transport corridors.
Tinubu prayed for long life, good health, and continued success for the former minister, expressing confidence in Amaechi’s enduring relevance in the nation’s political landscape.
“President Tinubu prays for more years and God’s grace for the former minister and wishes him well in his political career,” the statement concluded.
Amaechi, who has been a central figure in Nigeria’s political scene for over two decades, is regarded as one of the nation’s most influential South-South leaders.
He is a founding member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and was a key figure in the coalition that brought the party to power in 2015.