Orji Kalu is the ideal candidate to succeed President Buhari in 2023 – Muhammad
Comrade Yakubu Arigu Muhammad, the National Coordinator of Arewa Youths for Orji Uzor Kalu, AYOUK, has called on Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu, the Chief Whip of the Senate, to declare his interest in the 2023 presidential election.
Over the past few months, Kalu’s campaign posters have surfaced in some parts of Nigeria.
The former Abia governor is however yet to declare his interest in 2023 presidency.
In an interview with THE WHISPERER following a statement from the group endorsing the former Abia governor, Muhammad said Kalu is the appropriate person to succeed President Muhammadu Buhari, judging by his national appeal and managerial skill.
He said a campaign team will be launched in Kaduna by December to kick-start the activities of his participation as a candidate in the 2023 election.
“What we need is a result-oriented leader with a proven track record that can sustain and consolidate the gains recorded by President Muhammadu Buhari.
“If we say equity, then power should go to Southeast. It is not going to be easy, it is not going to be a dash. But then, Kalu is a true nationalist; a pan Nigerian who is loved by all.
“Kalu is someone who formed a new party in 2007 and won Abia and Imo. He was endorsed by Ohanaeze Ndigbo as far back as 2007. Definitely, he is loved by his people in the Southeast and we love him over here.
“All that I am doing is for the interest of Nigeria. Personally, I’ve never met Senator Kalu, but I’ve read and studied him and his antecedents. I’m convinced he is the best presidential material from the Southeast.
“Nobody should underrate the Igbos in 2023. Don’t forget no one gave the 25-year old newly elected National Youth Leader of PDP any chance. The youths are now wiser and we shall do our best to rescue Nigeria by having the right kind of person. We are ready to support Kalu who is an Igbo man to succeed President Muhammadu Buhari.”
