Rivers: No rift between Okocha, Wike - APC

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State has refuted claims of a rift between the party's Chairman, Chief Tony Okocha, and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. The party clarified that Okocha's absence from a recent Rainbow Coalition event was due to a medical trip overseas, where he is currently receiving treatment.

Okocha sought Wike's approval prior to his departure, and the APC described him as the National Leader of the Rainbow Coalition. The party vehemently denied that any disagreement exists between Okocha and Wike, stating that such reports were being circulated by opponents to sow discord within the coalition. APC emphasized that they remain dedicated to collaborating with other parties within the Rainbow Coalition to ensure the victory of President Bola Tinubu, the gubernatorial candidate Kingsley Ogundu Chinda, and other endorsed candidates in the 2027 elections.

The unveiling of the coalition's endorsed candidates, despite Okocha's absence, was deemed a successful event by the party.