Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike has firmly rejected accusations linking him to a recent Federal High Court ruling that nullified the recognition of Imo State Governor Hope Uzodinma as the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the Imo-West senatorial district ahead of the 2027 elections. 

Speaking during a media briefing in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Wike dismissed the allegations as completely baseless and mischievous, noting that he is not a member of the APC and had no part in initiating court proceedings. He pointed out that suspicions arose due to his recent public disagreement with Governor Uzodinma concerning the Rainbow Coalition—a political structure backing President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid. Wike challenged the Imo governor to clarify his opposition to the coalition, emphasizing that the group's primary goal is to secure a presidential victory for Tinubu in 2027, while legislative positions would be addressed through separate political considerations.

Addressing his broader political strategy and alliances, Wike defended his relationship with former Imo Governor Rochas Okorocha, asserting that personal friendships remain unaffected by political opposition. He also outlined recent political arrangements involving candidates from both the APC and the PDP, revealing that consultations over the past two years led to an agreement allocating 13 seats to the APC and three to the PDP, with his supporters fully briefed on the strategy.

Turning to the 2027 presidential race, Wike dismissed the prospects of former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi, who serves as the vice-presidential candidate for the African Democratic Congress. Criticizing Amaechi's past administration, Wike cited concerns regarding previous projects and expenditures, concluding that the candidacy faces insurmountable challenges.