Former Abia State Governor and Senator representing Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, has predicted that President Bola Tinubu will win the 2027 presidential election by a landslide.
Kalu made the prediction on Monday, November 9, 2026, during an appearance on Arise News’ PrimeTime programme.
He defended Tinubu’s economic reforms, arguing that the administration had stabilised Nigeria’s economy at the macroeconomic level. However, he acknowledged that more work was needed to improve conditions for households and businesses.
According to the senator, the government must now translate economic stability into increased production, employment opportunities and better living standards.
“President Tinubu has been able to stabilise this economy on the macro level. What we are battling now, having stabilised the economy on the macro level, is the micro level,” he said.
Kalu Says APC Has Strong Nationwide Support
The former Senate Chief Whip dismissed suggestions that opposition activity on social media reflected the political situation across the country.
He argued that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) had a strong grassroots network and substantial support nationwide.
“President Tinubu will win. President Tinubu has no competition. The APC’s electoral strength goes beyond the personality of the President. The ruling party enjoys a broad political structure and substantial grassroots support across the country,” Kalu said.
He added that APC lawmakers and political stakeholders were already mobilising support in their respective constituencies ahead of the election.
Kalu also urged Nigerians to protect national unity and allow elected presidents to complete their constitutionally permitted terms.
“We allowed President Buhari to do his eight years and go, and we must allow Tinubu to do his eight years and go,” he stated.
Senator Defends Tinubu’s Economic Reforms
Kalu maintained that the administration had made progress in stabilising the economy, although ordinary Nigerians were still experiencing hardship.
He said the next priority should be improving agricultural production, strengthening security and ensuring manufacturers can access raw materials.
The senator also argued that Nigeria was becoming more attractive to international investors.
However, he acknowledged that the benefits of economic reforms had yet to reach many households and businesses.
“You can’t do reform without people suffering. You cannot; it’s not possible,” he said.
He urged Nigerians to assess the administration’s policies with their long-term economic objectives in mind rather than focusing only on immediate difficulties.
Kalu’s prediction comes as political parties and aspirants intensify preparations for the 2027 general elections.
