Governors consider alliance with Atiku amid tensions over Wike
Some APC governors are reportedly exploring political ties with Atiku Abubakar as they seek to counter Nyesom Wike, according to Premium Times. The report says the governors believe they should be free to pursue alternative relationships after Wike’s cross-party mobilisation while supporting President Bola Tinubu.
Some governors of Nigeria’s All Progressives Congress are exploring an alliance with Atiku Abubakar to counter Nyesom Wike, according to Premium Times. The report describes the possible arrangement as a “Rainbow Coalition” and says the governors are aggrieved by Wike’s political activity across party lines. It quotes the governors as believing they should be free to develop alternative political relationships if Wike can mobilise politicians from different parties against their interests while supporting President Bola Tinubu at the presidential level.
The supplied material does not identify the governors involved, say whether discussions with Atiku have taken place or describe any agreement reached. It also provides no response from Wike, Atiku or the APC.
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