APC Chairmen Split on Collaboration with Wike Ahead of 2027

The chairmen of the All Progressives Congress (APC) are experiencing divisions regarding the potential collaboration with Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, as President Bola Tinubu attempts to resolve tensions between Wike and party leaders ahead of the 2027 elections. While chairmen from 14 states expressed willingness to work with Wike if he formally joined the APC or if a national agreement was reached, others rejected the idea, citing Wike's ongoing membership in the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

Wike promotes the Rainbow Coalition to support Tinubu's re-election, which has led to conflicts with APC governors. Plateau State APC Chairman Rufus Bature stated that Wike could not belong to both the APC and PDP simultaneously.

Conversely, Jigawa State's APC welcomed Wike's support, and Gombe State's chairman expressed openness to new members. Bauchi State's Muhammad Tilde emphasized the need for consultations before any decisions, while Kwara State's leadership remained non-committal regarding the peace initiative.