Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has declared that the All Progressives Congress (APC) is not afraid of the emerging opposition coalition being formed ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

Speaking to journalists in Abuja on Tuesday, the Abia North Senator emphasized that while the opposition has every right to challenge the ruling party, the APC remains focused on delivering its mandate to Nigerians.

"We are not losing sleep. APC has no reason to be afraid. We are the ruling party and passionate about Nigeria's progress," Kalu stated. "Many of us are investing in industries to create jobs beyond politics."

The coalition in question is reportedly being spearheaded by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Labour Party's former presidential candidate Peter Obi, and former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai. According to El-Rufai, the coalition aims to ensure President Bola Tinubu loses the 2027 presidential election.

The former Abia State governor expressed confidence that Nigerians would soon begin to appreciate the work of the APC-led government under President Tinubu's administration.

"These endorsements are not about fear. They're a result of the President's bold decisions and transformative governance," Kalu explained. "The opposition has every right to challenge us. That's their job. But ours is to deliver results, and we are doing just that."

He added: "In time, Nigerians will come to appreciate the tough choices this administration has made."

Kalu's comments come amid growing political realignments as various opposition figures seek to form a united front against the ruling APC before the next general elections.