Rainbow Coalition Unveils Candidates

The Rainbow Coalition in Rivers State has unveiled preferred candidates for the 2027 general elections with politicians from the Peoples Democratic Party and All Progressives Congress pledging to support the group's adopted candidates.

Endorses Tinubu for Second Term

The coalition also endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term in the upcoming presidential election.

Wike Announces Coalition Stance

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, announced the coalition's stance on Tuesday, stating the coalition was formed to unite politicians across party lines behind Mr Tinubu and prevent a return to political…

Wike's Coalition Definition

Wike described the Rainbow Coalition as 'no harm but to bring people together from all the political parties to support Bola Ahmed Tinubu'.

“rainbow coalition means no harm but to bring people together from all the political parties to support bola ahmed tinubu”

Governor Fubara Pledges Support

Governor Siminalayi Fubara pledged to work for the coalition's victory, citing Tinubu's support during a difficult period and urging members to put aside disagreements over leadership.

“i will do everything within my power to ensure that we have victory, not just for mr president who has stood for me in my most difficult time”

PDP Supports Coalition

Sunny Ejekwu, the PDP governorship candidate in Rivers State, noted his party had agreed to support candidates selected under the coalition and mobilize voters for them.

Wike Criticizes Atiku

Wike criticized former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar over his position on power rotation between northern and southern Nigeria, questioning whether he had remained consistent on the issue ahead of the 2027 election.

“knowing your records, you say one thing today, you say another thing tomorrow”

Wike Attacks Amaechi

Wike also attacked former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi over projects and spending during his administration, questioning the benefits of malaria control, a specialist hospital, and the state's monorail project.

Wike Alleges Financial Misconduct

Wike alleged that the state's gas turbine was sold for $308 million in December 2014 but only $308,000 remained in the relevant account when he took office in May 2015.

Coalition Presents Candidates

The coalition presented candidates for the governorship, Senate, House of Representatives and Rivers State House of Assembly elections, naming Kingsley Chinda as its governorship candidate and Major Jack as the deputy governorship candidate.

Chinda Promises Inclusive Governance

Kingsley Chinda pledged that the coalition would set aside party differences and pursue inclusive governance if its candidates were elected.

“we are no longer divided on party lines. we are no longer playing the politics of the winner takes it all”

Election Dates

The presidential and National Assembly elections are scheduled for 16 January 2027, while the governorship and State Houses of Assembly elections will hold on 6 February.

Tinubu Visits Rivers

Wike said Tinubu would visit Rivers State on 7 November for a presidential campaign rally at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Igwuruta.

Coalition Stays Together

The coalition pledged to remain together after the elections, ensuring unity beyond the electoral process.