Abia North Senator Orji Uzor Kalu says he will resign from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) if President Bola Tinubu disrespects the Catholic Church and opposition parties, including Catholic bishops. In statements reported by Nigerian outlets, Kalu frames his pledge as a condition tied to the conduct of the president toward religious leaders and political opponents.
Kalu also comments on expectations surrounding Nigeria’s political landscape ahead of the 2027 elections, saying Nigerians should not anticipate that Tinubu will provide a “red carpet” for opposition figures. While he reiterates his personal commitment to leave the APC under the stated conditions, he does not outline specific actions he would consider “disrespect” beyond references to treatment of Catholic bishops and the opposition.
The reports present Kalu’s remarks as a warning and a political stance, with both outlets agreeing on the core elements: the APC resignation threat, the involvement of Catholic bishops, and concern about the president’s approach to opposition groups.
