APC Chieftain Calls Wike's Coalition an Extension of APC

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) characterized the emerging "Rainbow Coalition" led by Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, as an extension of the ruling party. This coalition is seen as a political platform for aggrieved APC members dissatisfied with the party's primaries and internal affairs, particularly ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The APC leader, speaking anonymously, noted that some members defecting to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) through Wike's coalition could still support President Bola Tinubu's re-election. He emphasized that Wike has the backing of several APC leaders due to his political influence and infrastructure projects in the Federal Capital Territory.

Another APC official indicated that some members, feeling disadvantaged during the nomination processes, are prioritizing Tinubu's re-election over supporting APC candidates in their states. The official criticized state party leaders for not managing post-primary disputes effectively.