Orji Kalu Declines to Lobby Tinubu for Senate Presidency

Senator Orji Kalu, representing the Abia North Senatorial District, has publicly stated that he will not seek the Senate Presidency from President Bola Tinubu. During an interview on Arise Television’s Prime Time programme, Kalu expressed his contentment with his current position but indicated he would accept the Senate Presidency if it were offered to him by Tinubu.

He stated, “If I’m given Senate presidency in my house, I would take it. I’m not going to ask anybody for it.” Kalu emphasized that his immediate ambition is to remain in the Senate, focusing on lawmaking and mentoring younger politicians.

He articulated his priorities, stating, “The first priority is God. The second priority is the leadership of our party.

The leader of the party is President Tinubu.” Kalu reiterated his commitment to grooming the next generation of political leaders, asserting that opportunities can arise at any time if they are divinely ordained.