Former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, has said he has no regrets over his role in the removal of former President Goodluck Jonathan in 2015, describing it as a necessary step to “save Nigeria” at the time.

Speaking on Friday during an X Space session titled Weekend Politics, Amaechi dismissed speculations about Jonathan’s possible return in the 2027 presidential race, arguing the former leader has little to offer beyond a single term.

“I don’t regret removing GEJ. In fact, I should be praised for saving Nigeria then, just like I am trying to save Nigeria now.

“I heard he wants to run again. What does he bring to the table aside from having only four years to serve?” Amaechi stated.

He also revealed that he and former Ekiti State Governor, Kayode Fayemi, conceived the idea of the coalition that eventually led to Jonathan’s defeat.