Chief Emeka Charles Kalu, a stalwart member of the Abia State People’s Democratic Party (PDP) for over two decades, has fired back at his party for disowning him over his endorsement of Governor Alex Otti.
In a scathing response, Kalu clarified that his support for Otti stems from his commitment to good governance, not party affiliation.
Kalu’s dedication to the PDP is undeniable, having served as Director General (DG) of the Atikulated Agenda and authoring “Atiku Abubakar: The Man for Nigeria.”
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However, he asserts that his loyalty lies with the people of Abia State, not the party stressing that Governor Otti’s leadership has brought unprecedented development to the state, and he applauds these efforts.
“This reply is not to dignify the defeated and disgraced Abia State People’s Democratic Party (PDP) but to clarify the facts and ensure ndi Abia are not misled by the antics of a party that failed its people.
Chief Emeka Charles Kalu has been an active and committed PDP member for over two decades, registered in his Bende Ward, and a longstanding protégé of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. He has consistently demonstrated his dedication to the party at both state and national levels.
His contributions are not in question: authoring *“Atiku Abubakar: The Man for Nigeria,”* launched in Abuja before the 2023 elections with the presence of prominent PDP figures, serving as Director General (DG) of the Atikulated Agenda, and working tirelessly to promote the party’s presidential candidate across Nigeria. Chief Kalu’s stature as a key financier and chieftain of the PDP is undeniable.
Beyond party politics, Chief Kalu is a staunch advocate for good governance. As the DG of Global Initiatives for Good Governance, he has worked to strengthen democracy in Africa and remains committed to campaigns for better governance in Nigeria.
This commitment is why Chief Kalu supports Governor Alex Chioma Otti OFR—because governance, not party affiliation, is what matters most. Abia State is experiencing unprecedented development under Governor Otti’s leadership, and Chief Kalu, like many Abians, recognizes and applauds these strides.
The bitterness of a failed PDP faction in Abia State is understandable. Many of them relied solely on access to government coffers for their livelihood. Seeing Governor Otti excel and block these avenues of exploitation has left them aggrieved. But instead of introspection, they lash out at those who genuinely want the best for Abia.
Shola Adeniran
Media Consultant
To Chief Emeka Charles Kalu
