Former Abia State governor and senator representing Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, has declared that he will oppose the re-election of Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, in the 2027 governorship election.
Kalu made the statement during an interview on Sunrise Daily, a programme on Channels Television, stressing that party loyalty must take precedence over personal friendship.
The senator noted that he maintains a cordial relationship with Otti and believes political differences should not undermine personal ties.
“I always believe if he wants to be in his party, be in your party and vote for your party. I’m a member of APC. I will work for APC. He should work for Labour Party. We should not lose friendship,” Kalu said.
He reiterated his commitment to the All Progressives Congress (APC), while acknowledging that Otti belongs to the Labour Party.
Despite pledging to give the governor the space to govern, Kalu was unequivocal about his position ahead of the 2027 poll.
“I will oppose it because my party will be fielding a candidate. That’s it. It is about the interest of the party,” he stated.
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