Author: Drum Africa Correspondent

Rep. Benjamin Kalu joined the family of Late Azubuike Onyebuchi as he paid his last respect to the Late Chief Sir Micah Onyebuchi at their country home, Amuzukwu, Umuahia. He described the Late Chief Sir Onyebuchi who died at the age of 90 as a man of great repute who has left a legacy that will outlive him adding that he will always be remembered for his commitment and service to the development of Abia State. Rep. Kalu expressed confidence that his Children will uphold the legacy of their father while praying for God to grant his soul eternal rest.

The Member representing Bende Federal Constituency received the YPP Deputy Governorship Candidate, Dr. Chima Anyaso, and his entourage at his country home in Agbamuzu, Bende LGA, amid cheers and celebrations on October 26, 2022. The Deputy Governorship Candidate of the Young Progressives Party who was an opponent to the Representative in the 2019 Elections arrived at his home with over 200 of his supporters who also accompanied him to pay a courtesy visit to the Honorable Member. Speaking at the gathering, Dr. Anyaso expressed delight in the events of the night, he emphasized that the Representative was and will always…

The executive members of Uzuakoli Youth Development Association has assured the member representing Bende Federal Constituency, Rep. Benjamin Kalu of their support in the forthcoming elections as they paid him a courtesy call at his country home. The National President, Uzuakoli Youth Association, Comrade Chijioke Casmire Ndubuisi speaking on behalf of the association commended the Representative for his excellent leadership that has delivered tangible results in just three years, stressing that as a result of his work they have deemed it fit to come and formally declare their total support for his reelection come 2023. Rep. Benjamin Kalu appreciated the members…

The member representing Bende Federal Constituency and Spokesperson of the House, Rep. Benjamin Kalu has congratulated the former Deputy Inspector General of Police, DIG Azubuko Udah as he marks his 67th birthday. The Representative in his message described the former DIG as a man of courage and character who has served to the nation diligently. He applauded his passion and commitment to the development of Bende Federal Constituency appreciating him for his support since his resumption into office He prayed for God to continue to fortify him with good health, long life and prosperity. He wrote: HAPPY BIRTHDAY DIG AZUBUKO…

The Member representing Bende Federal Constituency and Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu has congratulated Chief Justice Onuoha Arisa Kalu Ogwe as he bows out as the Chief Justice of Abia State today, October 26, 2022. Rep. Kalu who was physically present at the ceremony held at the Abia State High Court also unveiled the book ‘Readings in the Symbol and Substance of Justice‘ authored by outgoing Chief Justice Ogwe which he described as a very timely piece for every lawyer and the Judicial system in the nation. In his congratulatory message, the Spokesperson expressed delight in…

Member representing Bende Federal Constituency and Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu has sent his warm wishes to Lady Ifunanya Uzor Kalu, wife of the Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District and the Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu describing her as a true pillar to the Senator. The Representative in his message also described the celebrant as a woman of humility and calm demeanor who is neither seen nor heard but impactful in her great work behind the scenes. He further added that she is a woman full of contentment and the fear…

The Oha Abia Political Movement today endorsed the Member representing Bende Federal Constituency Rep. Benjamin Kalu as the Consensus candidate of the Association for the House of Representatives election in Bende Federal Constituency. The Association which is made up of over 5000 members with branches all over the State made this known as they paid a courtesy visit to the Honorable Member at his country home in Agbamuzu Bende. According to the Secretary who introduced the delegation, the association has its stronghold in the Old Bende region of the State and has over the years been significantly involved in elections…

In addition to the first batch of beneficiaries for the National Health Insurance Scheme(NHIS) under the office of the member representing Bende Federal Constituency, Rep. Benjamin Kalu, more 500 Constituents have been listed as the next batch to benefit from the program. Bende constituents who are beneficiaries of this scheme will enjoy access to healthcare services with 90% of the bills paid by the Representative  in designated hospitals. Below are the names of the beneficiaries of the NHIS from Bende Federal Constituency: The list is also be available at the Constituency office of the Representative .

The Ugwueke Development Union and Eze in Council have appreciated the member representing Bende Federal Constituency, Rep. Benjamin Kalu for the laudable projects he has facilitated in Ugwueke Community and the entire Bende in just three years in office. The delegation was led by Prof. John Kalu Eme and the President General, Mr. Igwe Gideon Elekwa. Also part of the delegation was His Royal Highness Eze Ikwunna Okorie who in his speech commended Rep. Kalu for his outstanding strides and effective representation in the Green Chambers adding that Ugwueke community is grateful to be a partaker of the dividends of…

The Member representing the Bende Federal Constituency Rep. Benjamin Kalu has awarded an instant scholarship to a young artist from Okputong in Bende who presented with a beautiful hand-painted portrait as a gift to him. Mr. Daniel Ekeke while presenting the hand-painted portrait to Rep. Kalu described him as a light to Bende and an inspiration to many young people adding that he felt the need to draw the portrait in appreciation for all the ongoing and completed projects facilitated by the Honorable Member across the constituency. The Representative who received the heartwarming gift with much delight and gratitude announced…