Politics
38 Years in Politics, Have you heard ‘I stole any money? My Wife Has No Personal Car -Rotimi Amaechi
the former governor of Rivers State, has made headlines by emphasizing his integrity in a career that spans 38 years in Nigerian politics. In a candid interview with Daily Sun, Amaechi stated, “Have you heard ‘I stole any money?’”
Amaechi, who began his political career at the age of 22, reflected on his longevity in the field, now at 60 years old. He expressed pride in his reputation, saying, “I have been in politics for nearly four decades, and I have maintained a clean record.
What scandals have you heard of me? My life has been transparent.”
He highlighted that despite his high-profile roles, including serving as the Minister of Transportation and the Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, he has remained free from any accusations of corruption.
In a remarkable revelation, Amaechi shared that his wife does not own a personal vehicle. “My wife doesn’t even have a car.
I have to provide my backup car for her to drive,” he noted, reinforcing his message about living a modest lifestyle despite his political stature.
“It’s not that we can’t afford it; it’s just how we choose to live our lives.”