New Year: Amaechi Urges Nigerians To Demand Accountability, People-centred Reforms

Former Minister of Transportation, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, has called on Nigerians to demand accountable governance and people-oriented reforms as the country enters the New Year 2026, amid lingering economic hardship and insecurity.

In a statement issued to journalists on Wednesday in Abuja, Amaechi extended goodwill to Nigerians, praying for peace and prosperity in households across the country.

He acknowledged that the outgoing year had severely tested the nation’s resilience, with many families grappling with rising costs of living, economic challenges, and widespread insecurity.

According to him, the New Year should mark a turning point in Nigeria’s national aspirations, urging citizens to collectively insist on peace, unity, improved security, economic stability, and the overall well-being of the people by holding leaders accountable.

Amaechi stressed the need for leadership that is responsible, transparent, responsive, and truly accountable to the people, adding that Nigerians must demand economic reforms capable of creating jobs, reducing poverty, and ensuring access to affordable healthcare, housing, food, and quality education.

He also called for comprehensive political and electoral reforms to guarantee free, fair, and transparent elections, noting that justice, fairness, and the rule of law must remain the cornerstone of Nigeria’s democracy.

“For me, I will continue to stand firm with Nigerians, speak truth to power, challenge policies that deepen suffering, and offer constructive direction that can restore dignity, honour, economic prosperity, and improve security,” Amaechi said.

The former Rivers State governor emphasised that Nigeria’s greatness lies not in the hands of a privileged few, but in the collective resolve of ordinary citizens to build a nation where opportunity and prosperity are shared by all.

He expressed hope that the New Year would bring healing to the country, renewed courage to its people, and a brighter future for coming generations.

Amaechi concluded by wishing Nigerians a happy and prosperous New Year.