Wike’s ‘Rainbow Coalition’ Has No Place In Bayelsa -- APC

September 19, 2026

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

The state APC Chairman, Warman Weri Ogoriba, stated this in a statement issued on Friday, in reaction to comments by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, that he had the political structures and support to deliver Rivers and Bayelsa states for President Tinubu in the 2027 election.

Ogoriba said the APC remained united and firmly established across the eight local government areas and political wards in Bayelsa State.

He said the party would not be distracted by political alliances outside its established structures, stressing that its focus remained on expanding its membership, strengthening internal cohesion and deepening grassroots mobilisation ahead of the elections.

“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,” Ogoriba said.

The APC chairman expressed confidence in the party’s existing structures, committed members, stakeholders and grassroots networks, saying they would provide the foundation for a strong campaign in the 2027 elections.

“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,” he added.

Ogoriba urged APC members and supporters across Bayelsa 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 APC leadership to strengthening the party’s structures and working collectively towards the success of President Tinubu and other APC candidates in the 2027 elections.