On Wednesday, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media Lere Olayinka revealed that Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, [Nyesom Wike](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nyesom_Wike), personally shook hands with individuals who had previously insulted and challenged him after a Rainbow Coalition meeting in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The video posted on X displayed the minister extending greetings to his critics, which Olayinka interpreted as evidence that the minister is "always winning."
**What did the minister do after the meeting?**
The aide’s post described Wike’s actions as a direct response to those who had "abused, fought and insulted" him during the gathering. By offering a handshake, the minister aimed to demonstrate reconciliation and confidence in his political standing.
**Who commented on the coalition’s relevance?**
Leloonu Nwibubasa, a prominent figure in the [African Democratic Congress](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/African_Democratic_Congress) (ADC) in Rivers State, warned that the Rainbow Coalition was losing momentum. He suggested that supporters of Governor [Siminalayi Fubara](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Siminalayi_Fubara) might not fully endorse the alliance.
**Why is the meeting significant?**
The gathering was part of a series of recommendation meetings involving the FCT Minister, Governor Fubara, and their respective supporters. Nwibubasa dismissed these reconciliation sessions as overly dramatized, implying they may not translate into genuine political unity.
**What was the reaction on social media?**
Olayinka’s X post highlighted the handshake footage and added, "If you are still looking for reasons Nyerisi is always winning, here is one," reinforcing the narrative that the minister’s approach is yielding positive outcomes.
Overall, the episode underscores ongoing political maneuvering in Rivers State, with the FCT Minister seeking to bridge divides while opposition figures question the durability of the Rainbow Coalition.