Wike Backs Tinubu's 2027 Bid, Clarifies Coalition Purpose
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, reaffirmed his support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election in 2027 during an inspection of various infrastructure projects in Abuja. Wike emphasized that the Rainbow Coalition is intended to mobilize support for Tinubu and not to undermine the All Progressives Congress (APC).
He expressed his commitment to ensuring Tinubu secures a second term, stating, “My concern is that the president should be re-elected for the second term.” This statement comes amid tensions between supporters of the Rainbow Coalition and APC governors regarding the coalition's structure and purpose. Wike defended the coalition as a cross-party initiative aimed at uniting APC members and like-minded individuals from other parties.
He dismissed rumors about positioning himself for the 2031 presidential election, indicating that future political calculations depend on circumstances that will unfold over time. Wike also reflected on his experience in the 2022 Peoples Democratic Party presidential primary.
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