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Former Rivers State Governor and ex-Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, declared that he has no fondness for money, despite a 38-year political career. Speaking in an interview, Amaechi, now 60, emphasized his modest lifestyle, noting that neither he nor his wife owns lavish possessions, with his wife using his backup car.
Amaechi, who served as governor and later as a federal minister, claimed his record is free of corruption scandals, challenging anyone to cite instances of financial misconduct. Reflecting on his tenure, he expressed a bold vision he wished he had pursued as governor: borrowing funds to build six million houses for Rivers State’s population.
The idea, inspired by a discussion during his time at the Ministry of Transportation, stemmed from the realization that high-rise constructions could accommodate the state’s six million residents. “If I had known this as governor, I would possibly have borrowed money to build those six million houses,” Amaechi said, contrasting Nigeria’s housing challenges with the accommodation of 1.4 billion people globally.
While acknowledging things he could have done differently, Amaechi stated he harbors no regrets, underscoring his commitment to simplicity and public service.
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