Author: Drum Africa Correspondent
Bende stood still on Sunday, February 19th, 2023 as the member representing Bende Federal Constituency and House of Reps Spokesperson, Rep. benjamin Kalu rounded up his ward-to-ward campaign tour across wards in Bende Federal Constituency. HRM Eze Patrick Udeh while receiving the lawmaker at his palace applauded him for his strides in the Green Chambers saying that he has indeed made Bende proud. He prayed for blessings and protection in preparation for the big day which he expressed confidence would end in victory. Rep. Kalu visited other villages of Bende town, including Okporoenyi, Etitiulo, Okpuotong, and Umuorie where constituents gracefully…
Igbere was agog with joy and excitement on Friday, February 17, 2023, as they gave the member representing Bende Federal Constituency and Spokesperson of the House of Reps, Rep. Benjamin Kalu a hero’s welcome on his arrival to the community in furtherance of his campaign ward tour. The APC Flag bearer commenced his ward-to-ward campaign tour to all wards across the Federal Constituency weeks ago touching all nooks and crannies of Bende. Rep. Kalu was formally received by the community by the Traditional Rulers in Igbere led by the Chairman, Traditional Rulers in Bende Local Government, HRM. Eze Uwakwe Ukaegbu…
The people of Ugwueke/Ezeukwu ward have reemphasized the the victory of Member representing Bende Federal Constituency, Rep. Benjamin Kalu remains non-negotiable as far as the ward is concerned. Rep. Kalu who was in Ugwueke/Ezeukwu Ward in continuation of his Campaign rally to all the wards of Bende Federal Constituency was received by the Traditional rulers of Ugwueke/Ezeukwu including the oldest man of the Community, who acknowledged the good works of Rep. Benjamin Kalu while praying for his victory come February 25th, 2023. The Campaign trail continued to other villages in the ward where the members of the community enthusiastically trooped…
The people of Alayi ward in Bende LGA have assured the Member representing Bende Federal Constituency, Rep. Benjamin Kalu of their support for his re-election as he triumphantly arrived Alayi in continuation of his campaign rallies across all wards in the Federal Constituency. Traditional leaders of Alayi community including HRM Eze Abba, HRH Eze Kalu Okorie, HRH Eze Nwafor Chukwu, HRH Eze Philip Ukeje, HRH Eze Donatus Iheke, HRH Eze Iheanyichukwu Owoh formally received the lawmaker on his arrival. The Spokesperson of the House of Reps while addressing the traditional rulers mentioned his achievements in just three years in office…
The Council of Traditional Rulers in Item Clan have endorsed Rep. Benjamin Kalu as their candidate for House of Representatives, Bende Federal Constituency. The Representative who was honoured with the title “AGUNECHEMBA ITEM” was received by the Traditional Rulers at the Royal Palace of HRM. Eze Jerry Akpala in Okoko Item on Tuesday, February 14, 2023. Members of the Council present at the meeting include; HRH Eze Edward Ndukaku, HRH Eze Sunday Alexander Agu, HRH Eze James Ogbonnaya, HRH Eze Igwe Abraham, HRH Eze Chinedu U Kalu, HRH Eze Innocent Mba, HRH Eze Jerry Akpala Igwe, HRH Eze Goddy Ogburafor, HRH Eze Sunday Ogbonnaya, HRH Eze Chile Ogwo Ogo, HRH Eze…
Another day of massive celebration in Item Ward A as they received the member representing Bende Federal Constituency, Rep. Benjamin Kalu who arrived with his entourage on Sunday, February 12, 2023, as they assured him that they will work for his victory in the forthcoming elections. The Representative visited Amaekpu, Apuanu, Amaeke, and Amaokwe Item where men, women, youths, and children of the community all enthusiastically received him with chants of praise and dancing. Speaking at Apuanu, a stakeholder of the Ward expressed appreciation for the good representation he has brought to Bende. He assured the Representation of block votes…
Uzuakoli ward was agog with excitement as they received the Member representing Bende Federal Constituency and Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu, yesterday February 11, 2023. Rep. Kalu was received by the traditional rulers of Amankwo, Ngwu, Agbozu and Eluoma who were gathered at the residence of the Ozuo ll of Uzuakoli. HRM Eze Kanu Ikonte. The Traditional rulers appreciated his excellent record in just three years in office, particularly for the projects attracted to Uzuakoli and the Jobs he secured for the sons of the community. They assured him the Uzuakoli Ancient kingdom would deliver give…
It was an atmosphere of joy and excitement as the people of Umuimenyi/Nkpa Ward in Bende Federal Constituency ceremoniously received the Member Representing Bende Federal Constituency, Rep. Benjamin Kalu assuring him of a flawless victory come 25th of February 2023 as they have collectively decided to re-elect him following his excellent performance in the House Rep. Kalu was warmly welcomed into the community by the Eze Chibuike Christopher Izuwa, Enyi Oha 1 of Amaegbuato Autonomous Community and Eze Mark Ebochuogu, Ohomire 1 of Lohum Imenyi Autonomous Community, His Royal highness Eze Edward Onuigbo, the Ochim II of Amorji Imenyi. The…
The people of Umuhu Ezechi Ward have reassured the Member representing Bende Federal Constituency, Rep. Benjamin Kalu of their total support as he arrived the ward for campaign on Thursday, February 9, 2023. The Representative arrived with members of his Campain Council to a ceremonial reception by the Umuokwe Community in Umuhu Ezechi Ward where he was formally received by Ezechiebulu the Eleventh of Umuhu Ezechi, HRM Eze Chigaemezu Onwuchekwa, who eulogized him for his excellent performance in the House of Representatives. According to the Traditional leader; “All Bende has felt the Impact of your leadership and representation.…
It was a joyful atmosphere with constituents dancing and chanting in celebration as the Member representing Bende Federal Constituency and Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu arrived in Itumbauzor to commence his campaign rally on Wednesday, February 8th, 2023. The Representative arrived Ndiwo community where he was cheerfully received by traditional leaders of Itumbauzo Ancient Kingdom who endorsed him as the sole candidate for the House of Representatives, Bende Federal Constituency, and then proceeded to the other communities of Itumbauzo including Ntalakwu, Okopedi, and Ubibia. Speaking to the constituents of Itumbauzo ward, the Representative thanked them…