Former Imo State governor Rochas Okorocha has publicly criticised his successor, Hope Uzodimma, and announced plans to create a “Rainbow Coalition” aimed at supporting President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 election.
Okorocha, who led Imo State from 2009 to 2019, said that his remarks were prompted by what he described as a lack of cooperation from Uzodimma, who took office in 2020. The former governor called on party members and supporters to rally behind Tinubu’s bid for a second term.
In a statement released by his spokesperson, Okorocha pledged to mobilise a broad coalition of political groups and community leaders under the banner of the Rainbow Coalition. He said the alliance would seek to strengthen Tinubu’s position ahead of the next presidential election.
While the article does not detail specific actions the coalition will take, it signals Okorocha’s continued engagement in national politics and his alignment with President Tinubu’s administration.
Imo State, located in southeastern Nigeria, has been a key battleground in recent political developments. Okorocha’s move comes as the country prepares for the 2027 electoral cycle, with various political actors positioning themselves for the forthcoming contest.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
