The Member representing Bende federal Constituency and the Spokesperson of the House joined the Made in Aba Trade Fair which commenced on the 8th of November, 2021 at the FCT Sports Centre, Area 10, Abuja.
The member who was welcomed cheerfully by the artisans expressed great delight to be in their midst adding that he is always proud to be associated with the Made In Aba products which can be clearly seen in most of his wears.
Speaking at the venue for the Trade fair, Rep. Kalu encouraged the artisans to continue to work diligently in making Aba and Nigeria proud with their products, while assuring them that he will ensure that they able to access loans that can help them in their businesses.
He said ‘We are very proud of you, you are indeed good ambassadors of Abia State and Nigeria at large. We will fight to see if there are ways to financially support small and medium scale businesses through loans that can help you with the right equipment for production because I know with that, you will do so much more.’
He commended the Governor of Abia State, Gov. Okezie Ikpeazu for being the Chief Ambassador of Made in Aba Products and for the effort he has put in the campaign to the point where everyone is proud to be associated with it. He also acknowledged the Senator representing Abia South Senatorial Zone, Sen. Enyinnaya Abaribe for bringing such initiative to Abuja.
The lawmaker spent quality time patronizing the artisans of various products in an atmosphere of joy and excitement.