On Wednesday in Abuja, Senate Chief Whip, Sen. Orji Kalu visited the President-elect, Bola Tinubu at his Asokoro residence for a closed-door meeting. Dressed in white attire and a red cap, Kalu expressed gratitude to God for Tinubu’s successful vacation and safe return to Nigeria after his four-week vacation in France.

It is believed that the reason for their meeting might be related to the race for the Senate Presidency. Speaking to newsmen after the meeting, Kalu stated that the purpose of his visit was to welcome and congratulate the president-elect on his return from a successful vacation in Europe.

Furthermore, he attested to his comments made on Friday dismissing claims that Tinubu is unwell and receiving medical treatment, stating that Tinubu is fit and healthy and would return soon. This meeting could potentially be a strategic move towards securing support for Tinubu’s bid for the Senate Presidency.

“I told Nigerians that Tinubu is not sick and that he will return soon and a few days after I made that comment, today you can see for yourself that he is here.

“So this shows that our president-elect is fit and fully ready for the Job of leading Nigerians just like I said.

“I just came to congratulate and officially welcome him back to the country and we are ready to support him for the task ahead,” Kalu said.

During their meeting, Kalu mentioned that they had conversed about crucial matters regarding the future of the nation. Concerning his bid for the Senate Presidency, Kalu emphasized that he remained the strongest candidate compared to other contenders and could work together with Tinubu in the best interest of the country.

“I am the best among all other candidates, I have the capacity to unite Nigeria and I am the best to work with our president-elect for the best Interest of Nigeria.

“Nigerians need to feel the impact of our party. I have the integrity, honesty and experience to lead the senate,” Kalu said.

Bola Tinubu and Orji Kalu have a longstanding relationship that spans over 30 years, with both men serving as governors of Lagos state and Abia, respectively, from 1999 to 2007. Tinubu is currently a senator, while Kalu is the current senator representing Abia North Senatorial District in the ninth senate.

Kalu, who is a leading contender in the race for Senate Presidency, is seeking re-election.