APC Leaders Evaluate Options Amid Wike's Rising Influence

Leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) are assessing their options for the 2027 presidential election as tensions rise between FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and several APC governors. Some APC members view Wike as a potential threat to President Bola Tinubu’s re-election and are exploring alternative candidates.

Wike is actively promoting his Rainbow Coalition while clarifying that his support for Tinubu does not extend to APC candidates in various states. Additionally, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has publicly accused Wike of misrepresenting facts regarding a supposed N50 billion Federal Government funding for the upgrade of the Ibadan International Airport, asserting that the project is entirely financed by the Oyo State Government.

Makinde emphasized that President Tinubu's approval for the project incurred no cost to the Federal Government. The ongoing political dynamics reflect significant challenges as the APC prepares for the upcoming elections.