Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has predicted the emergence of a broad political alliance in support of President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

Wike made the disclosure on Friday, August 21, while speaking with journalists in Abuja about the recent visit of Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, to his residence.

The FCT minister said Adeleke had moved closer to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) following his recent victory in the Osun State governorship election and his decision to support Tinubu.

Wike further argued that the development would strengthen the president’s chances of securing another term in office, describing the 2027 contest as one that could be difficult for opposition parties to challenge.

According to the minister, political developments in the coming weeks would reveal a wider coalition of politicians backing the president.

“In the next few weeks, watch what is going to happen. You will see the largest rainbow coalition supporting President Tinubu,” Wike said.

He also described the 2027 election as a potential “walkover,” suggesting that opposition parties could struggle to mount a strong challenge against the president.

Adeleke, who secured re-election as Osun State governor after a closely fought election, recently declared his support for President Tinubu.

Following his collection of the Certificate of Return, Adeleke visited Wike in Abuja on Thursday alongside his nephew, popular Afrobeats singer David Adeleke, better known as Davido.

The visit and Adeleke’s public position on the 2027 presidential election have generated political interest, particularly as parties and politicians begin positioning themselves ahead of the next general election.

Wike’s latest comments are expected to further fuel discussions about possible alliances and defections as Nigeria’s political parties prepare for the 2027 election.