Orji Kalu: Tinubu has no serious 2027 rival as opposition remains divided

Senator Orji Kalu declared on Arise Prime Time today that President Bola Tinubu will win the 2027 election because the opposition is in disarray. The former Abia governor argued the APC's national structure and broad support base—not just Tinubu's popularity—make victory inevitable. "We are seeing social media, not something on ground," he said of opposition challenges.

Kalu admitted Nigerians face economic hardship but insisted Tinubu's reforms are necessary for stability, citing progress in foreign exchange and fuel prices. He urged the government to prioritize manufacturing, insecurity, and enabling farmers to return to farms, noting some factories now struggle to generate enough revenue to pay salaries.

On his rumored Senate presidency ambition, Kalu said he would accept the role if offered but would not lobby for it. His immediate focus, he said, is retaining his Senate seat, contributing to legislation, and preparing younger politicians for leadership.

With the 2027 cycle already shaping up, the real question isn't whether Tinubu runs—it's whether the opposition can build a credible alternative before the electorate decides continuity is the only option on the ballot.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/11/10/tinubu-has-no-serious-rival-in-2027-kalu/