2027: Makinde Takes Swipe at Wike Over Rainbow Coalition

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has criticised Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike over the inclusion of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) in the Rainbow Coalition in Rivers State.

Makinde, who is the APM’s presidential candidate, expressed surprise that Wike listed the party among those involved in the coalition during its unveiling in Rivers State.

Speaking at the APM South-East Town Hall Meeting in Enugu on Thursday, Makinde questioned the party’s inclusion in the alliance.

“A few days ago, I saw my good friend, Nyesom Wike, who was unveiling the Rainbow Coalition in Rivers State, and he listed all the political parties in the coalition and mentioned APM. I said, ‘So APM has graduated to be added to the Rainbow Coalition?’” he said.

Makinde also accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of attempting to undermine opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general election.

He alleged that opposition campaign posters were being pulled down and campaign activities disrupted, while some people were being offered money.

“They’ve tried to undermine almost all the opposition parties. They can try, pull down posters, disturb the campaigns, and give people money. We, on the other hand, are winning hearts,” he said.