The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has denied having any involvement in the Federal High Court judgement that nullified the recognition of Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, as the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the Imo-West Senatorial District in the 2027 general elections.
Wike made the clarification on Thursday, November 5, 2026, during a media chat in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, describing suggestions that he influenced the judgement as mischievous.
The FCT Minister acknowledged his public disagreement with Uzodimma over his proposed Rainbow Coalition initiative but insisted that he had no knowledge of the internal political developments within the APC that led to the court case.
He maintained that he was neither a party to the suit nor a member of the APC, questioning why he was being linked to the judgement.
“I didn’t go to court; I’m not from APC. People are saying that because a day before that judgement he had openly warned his people there’s no Rainbow Coalition; if I see you I’ll collect the vehicle. So when the judgement came, they said it was me. How could it have been me?” Wike said.
He also questioned Uzodimma’s opposition to the Rainbow Coalition, asking what the Imo State governor was afraid of, particularly if the initiative was intended to strengthen support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027.
According to Wike, the priority of political leaders should be to work towards securing Tinubu’s victory in the next general election rather than allowing disagreements over political alliances to create unnecessary divisions.
He further defended his friendship with former Imo State Governor, Rochas Okorocha, insisting that personal relationships should not prevent political cooperation.
Wike also criticised former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, over his reported interest in the 2027 vice-presidential race, describing his potential candidacy as unlikely to succeed.
He questioned Amaechi’s record in office, making allegations concerning funds reportedly allocated to projects during his administration, including the construction of a general hospital and the fumigation of Rivers State.
The minister also criticised Amaechi over an alleged N8 billion contract for tree planting along Aba Road, describing the project as poorly executed.
Wike maintained that political decisions ahead of the 2027 elections had been under discussion for more than two years, adding that his political camp had already been informed about the necessary arrangements.
He disclosed that he had conceded 13 political seats to the APC and three to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), insisting that leadership involves ensuring that political decisions produce results for supporters.
The FCT Minister also questioned Amaechi’s political conduct, criticising his decision to involve family members in political activities.
Wike’s comments come amid growing political manoeuvring ahead of the 2027 general elections, with disagreements emerging among political figures over party alliances, candidate selection and the battle for key legislative positions.
