Former Chief Whip of the Senate, Orji Uzor Kalu, has declared that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has no alternative presidential candidate for the 2027 elections, reaffirming full support for President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
Speaking with the Senate Press Corps on Tuesday, Kalu expressed confidence in Tinubu’s leadership despite ongoing economic challenges.
“We are appealing to the Nigerian people to be patient with the reform process. We are not looking for another presidential candidate outside of our party; we are fully aligned with democratic principles and supporting the sitting President,” he said.
Acknowledging the economic hardship many Nigerians are facing, Kalu insisted that Tinubu’s reforms, though painful, are necessary to rebuild the economy.
“The economy has been cut into pieces, and now we are trying to sew it back together.
“It is a tough process, but patience is required. Economic challenges exist everywhere, not just in Nigeria — London, Canada, and other parts of the world are facing difficulties too,” he explained
He further stated that Tinubu’s government is making wider consultations before making strategic economic decisions.
“The President is now making wider consultations, both locally and internationally, before taking key economic decisions,” Kalu added.
