Wike to Uzodimma: Rainbow coalition not responsible for your abysmal support for Tinubu

Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has criticized Imo State Governor and Progressive Governors’ Forum Chairman Hope Uzodimma regarding his level of support for President Bola Tinubu during the 2023 election, arguing that a proposed political alliance known as the Rainbow Coalition is not responsible for Uzodimma's political shortcomings. Wike's remarks come in response to the APC Governors Forum's unanimous resolution rejecting any political arrangements or alliances that could undermine President Tinubu's 2027 re-election bid or weaken the ruling All Progressives Congress.

The exchange highlights internal political friction and strategic positioning surrounding the 2027 general elections. While the APC governors have formally distanced themselves from the Rainbow Coalition to protect the party's electoral integrity and unity at all levels, the disagreement between Wike and Uzodimma underscores ongoing debates over party loyalty and electoral performance within the ruling administration.