Several governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have rejected the political coalition being championed by former Rivers State governor and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, citing concerns over divided loyalty within the party.
The governors reportedly expressed reservations about the proposed Rainbow Coalition, particularly its efforts to bring together politicians from different political parties ahead of the next general elections.
Their position highlights growing concerns within the APC over political realignments and attempts to establish a broad coalition involving influential politicians across party lines.
Wike, a prominent figure in Nigeria’s political landscape, has been associated with efforts to build a wider political alliance that could attract politicians from different parties. Supporters of the initiative believe such a coalition could significantly influence the country’s political landscape and provide a new platform for political engagement.
However, the APC governors have maintained that members of the ruling party should remain loyal to the party and its leadership rather than participate in political arrangements that could create conflicting interests or divided allegiance.
The development comes amid increasing political manoeuvring ahead of the next electoral cycle, with political actors across the country exploring alliances and strategies that could shape the future of Nigeria’s political landscape.
The fate of the proposed Rainbow Coalition, and whether it can attract more prominent political figures, is expected to remain a major subject of political discussion in the months ahead.
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