Wike’s ‘Rainbow Coalition’ irrelevant in Bayelsa – APC

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bayelsa State has dismissed the relevance of the emerging “Rainbow Coalition” in the state, saying it has the structures and grassroots support to campaign for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the party’s candidates in the 2027 elections.

The state APC chairman, Warman Weri Ogoriba, stated this in a statement yesterday, saying the party remained united and firmly rooted across the eight local government areas and political wards in the state.

His reaction followed a statement by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, who had said he had the support and political structures to deliver Rivers and Bayelsa states for President Tinubu in the 2027 election.

Ogoriba said the APC would not be distracted by political alliances outside its established structure, adding that the party would continue to expand its membership, strengthen internal unity and deepen grassroots mobilisation ahead of the elections.

He said, “The task before the party is to remain organised, disciplined and committed to the collective objective of advancing the APC and supporting its candidates at all levels.

“We are confident that the combination of the party’s existing structures, committed members, stakeholders and grassroots networks would provide the foundation for a strong electoral campaign in 2027.”

The chairman urged APC members and supporters across the state to remain united and focused, assuring them that the party leadership would continue to engage stakeholders and mobilise support across communities.

He reiterated the commitment of the state leadership to strengthening the party’s structures and working collectively towards the success of President Tinubu and other APC candidates in the elections.