Umahi Affirms Political Unity with Wike Amid Coalition Disputes
David Umahi, the Minister of Works, affirmed that he and Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, are part of the same political family despite differences regarding the Rainbow Coalition. Speaking in Abuja, Umahi dismissed reports of a serious disagreement, stating, “We need Wike as Wike needs us.” This statement follows earlier tensions within the All Progressives Congress (APC) concerning the Rainbow Coalition, which Wike promotes to garner support for President Bola Tinubu's re-election in 2027.
Wike has clarified that the coalition is not an APC platform but aims to unite politicians from various parties to support Tinubu. However, some APC leaders, particularly governors, expressed concerns that this coalition could undermine the party's candidates in other elections.
Umahi also stated that there is no Rainbow Coalition in Ebonyi State and that any candidates Wike may have do not affect their political relationship. The South-East APC leadership has rejected the coalition, supporting the Progressive Governors’ Forum led by Hope Uzodimma.
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