Okorocha joins Wike’s Rainbow Coalition after court victory

Author: dailypost.ngPublished on: October 29, 2026Country: Nigeria

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Okorocha joins Wike’s Rainbow Coalition after court victory

Former Imo State Governor Rochas Okorocha backed the Rainbow Coalition led by Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike after the Federal High Court recognised him as the APC’s authentic candidate for the Imo West Senate seat. Speaking on Arise News, Okorocha said the coalition should focus on governance and cooperation across party lines, including support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election. He also questioned Governor Hope Uzodimma’s grassroots popularity in Imo State and said his own support came from genuine public affection.

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