2027: Wike draws fresh battle lines with APC govs

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has clashed with APC governors over a coalition for President Bola Tinubu's re-election. Wike dismissed concerns raised by the APC governors, accusing some of them of having selfish interests.

According to Wike, the opposition to the coalition, known as the Rainbow Coalition, stems from Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo State's alleged ambition to become Senate President in 2027. The APC Governors' Forum, led by Uzodinma, had distanced itself from the coalition, citing concerns that it could undermine the political ambitions of some party members.

Wike described the APC leaders as "lazy politicians" and stated that President Tinubu is aware of all the steps he is taking ahead of the 2027 general elections. Daily Post Nigeria reports that Wike expressed his support for President Tinubu, saying the president knows about the Rainbow Coalition and its activities.

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