Group Tackles Rainbow Coalition, Says Ogoni Won’t Be Intimidated

The Dr. Gabriel Pidomson Diaspora Support Group has vehemently condemned recent remarks made by Chibuike Ikenga, spokesperson for the Rainbow Coalition, regarding the Ogoni people. The group claims the comments were defamatory and aimed at intimidating the Ogoni population ahead of the 2027 elections. In a statement, the group rebuked Ikenga's alleged characterization of Pidomson, the ADC governorship candidate, as "guru in violence" and "featherweight," deeming these labels as outright defamation.

The group also dismissed Ikenga's assertion that other Ogoni politicians like Deeyaa, Kobani, and Deekor were not yet ready for leadership, questioning the authority to decide such matters. They further accused the Rainbow Coalition of being a ploy by Minister of Federal Capital Territory Nyesom Wike's political allies to sway the political succession battle.

The group also scrutinized Wike's association with Fubara, alleging a move to undermine Fubara's political future after his initial support. Despite these allegations, the group remains confident, stating that Ogoni voters will resist any imposition of a pre-determined candidate. They emphasized that Dr. Pidomson represents the broader interests of the Rivers people and that the Ogoni people will not be politically colonized.

The group urged security agencies, INEC, and other democratic stakeholders to ensure a free, fair, and peaceful electoral process in Rivers State, reaffirming their peaceful disposition and refusal to be intimidated.