Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has hinted at plans to form what he described as the “largest rainbow coalition” to support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027. Wike made the remark while speaking with journalists in Abuja on Friday, August 21, about the visit of Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, to his residence on Thursday.
Wike Claims Adeleke Has Aligned With APC
The FCT minister claimed that Adeleke was now on the side of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and suggested that the opposition would be unable to stop Tinubu’s re-election. According to Wike, the 2027 election is already a “walkover,” insisting that there is little the opposition parties can do.
“In the next few weeks, watch what is going to happen. You will see the largest rainbow coalition supporting President Tinubu,” he said.
Adeleke Declares Support for Tinubu After Re-election
Adeleke, who was re-elected as Osun State governor last week after a keenly contested election, has declared his support for President Tinubu. The governor and his nephew, Afrobeat singer David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, visited Wike in Abuja on Thursday after Adeleke collected his Certificate of Return.
Wike’s comments come amid ongoing political realignments ahead of the 2027 presidential election. The FCT minister’s assertion that Adeleke has switched allegiance to the APC underscores the shifting dynamics among key political figures.
Opposition Faces Uphill Task, Says Wike
Wike expressed confidence that the opposition parties lack the capacity to challenge Tinubu’s re-election. He reiterated that the formation of the rainbow coalition would further consolidate support for the president, making the 2027 contest a foregone conclusion.
The visit by Adeleke and Davido to Wike’s residence has fueled speculations about possible political negotiations. While neither Adeleke nor Davido has publicly detailed the purpose of the visit, Wike’s statements suggest it was a significant step toward aligning with the APC.
Observers note that Adeleke’s declared support for Tinubu, despite being a member of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), could have far-reaching implications for the political landscape in Osun State and beyond. The governor’s re-election victory last week was closely watched, and his subsequent actions have drawn attention from both allies and critics.
As the 2027 election cycle approaches, Wike’s promise of a “largest rainbow coalition” signals an aggressive push to broaden the APC’s base. Political analysts will be watching to see which other opposition figures might follow Adeleke’s lead in the coming weeks.
