The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Rivers State plays down the political influence attributed to Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), and his so-called “Rainbow Coalition.” In statements reported by Nigerian outlets, the Rivers ADC chapter rejects claims that the movement is overbearing or decisive in local politics. The party argues that democracy depends on political competition and that parties must be allowed to pursue electoral mandates through their own campaigns. ADC’s position emphasizes that political activity and campaigning by any party is a constitutional right, rather than something controlled by individual figures or informal coalitions. The reports frame the dispute as a response by ADC officials to narratives linking Wike’s group to political outcomes in Rivers State. No alternative explanation for “Rainbow Coalition” influence is offered by ADC in the reports; instead, the party focuses on principles of democratic process and party autonomy, asserting that Rivers politics is not dictated by a single actor or movement.