Uzodinma wants to be Senate President – Wike on reason for face-off with APC Govs
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has alleged that his face-off with the All Progressives Congress, APC, Governors’ Forum stemmed from Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo State’s alleged ambition to become Senate President in 2027. Wike made the claim during an interview with TVC News on Monday while reacting to the controversy surrounding the […] Uzodinma wants to be Senate…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has accused Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo State of harboring intentions to become Senate President in 2027. This assertion came into light as Wike faced off with the All Progressives Congress (APC) Governors’ Forum over the formation of the Rainbow Coalition. The APC Governors' Forum, spearheaded by Uzodinma, severed ties with the coalition, claiming its actions could jeopardize the political aspirations of certain party members.
In response, Wike, who has the backing of President Bola Tinubu, stated that the controversy surrounding the Rainbow Coalition is directly related to Uzodinma's desire to ascend to the Senate Presidency. Wike affirmed that President Tinubu is well-informed about all of Wike's actions in preparation for the 2027 general elections.
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