Kalu calls signing Tinubu’s nomination form a birthday gift
Benjamin Kalu, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, has endorsed Bola Tinubu for a second term by signing his 2027 nomination form. The signing, which took place on his 55th birthday, was described by Kalu as a meaningful birthday gift. Other political figures, including James Faleke and Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, were present at the event. The move signals growing support for Tinubu’s re-election bid.
Key takeaways
- Benjamin Kalu signed Bola Tinubu’s 2027 nomination form, calling it a “beautiful birthday gift.”
- The endorsement was done alongside James Faleke and Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.
- David Umahi, Minister of Works, also signed the nomination form, describing it as a “victory form.”
- The forms, valued at N100 million, were obtained by James Faleke on behalf of Tinubu.
- The Independent National Electoral Commission has scheduled the presidential and National Assembly elections for January 16, 2027, and governorship and State Houses of Assembly elections for February 6, 2027.
