Author: Drum Africa Correspondent

Member representing Bende Federal Constituency, Rep. Benjamin Kalu paid a condolence visit to the Chief Medical Director of the Federal Medical Centre, Umuahia, Prof. Azubuike Onyebuchi over the loss of his beloved father Chief Sir Micah Onyebuchi who died sometime in August. The Representative commiserate with the grieving family urging the bereaved Prof. Onyebuchi to take solace in God who gives and takes, while praying for the fortitude to bear this irreplaceable loss of a dear father. He acknowledged that this is a difficult time for the Onyebuchi family but he trusts God to see them through. Rep. Kalu highlighted…

The Supreme Council of Abia State Christian Community Bende Chapter has adopted Rep. Benjamin Kalu as her sole candidate for Bende Federal Constituency in preparation for the 2023 general elections.  The group which consists of 265 Pastors across Bende Federal Constituency with 13 Coordinators across clans in Bende Federal Constituency was led by Rev. Dr. Iheaka Ekperi. Rev. Ekperi while speaking on behalf of the community expressed appreciation to Rep. Kalu for epitomizing quality leadership and setting a standard for others to follow while upholding his values as a Christian. He added that this is the reason they have thought it…

Member representing Bende Federal Constituency Rep Benjamin Kalu paid a surprise visit to Ikwuishi traditional rulers who were gathered at the palace of HRM Eze John Akaniro in Ogboko, Ozuitem for their end of year celebration on Friday, September 30, 2022. Rep. Kalu was warmly received  by HRM Eze John Akaniro and the entire Eze’s in council who were elated at his appearance and they could not contain their joy. At the meeting, the traditional rulers took turns to speak about the numerous  accomplishments of the Representative  and his giant strides in the Green Chambers, adding that he has attained distinction…

As Nigeria celebrates her 62nd year as an Independent nation, the Spokesperson of the House of Representatives and Member representing Bende Federal Constituency has urged Nigerians to remain hopeful and steadfast with efforts to surmount that challenges facing the nation. In a congratulatory message, the Spokesperson stated that this celebration offers the nation another opportunity to reflect on the journey of so far and the way forward with focus on good leadership. He emphasized that the country can only overcome its challenges when the citizens come together in one spirit of unity and peace participating in activities that advance nation…

Member representing Bende Federal Constituency who also doubles as the Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu has been appointed as a member, Local Government National Directorate of the APC Presidential Campaign Council amongst other leaders. Following the list released by the All Progressives Congress of its Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) and on the 23rd of September, 2022. The Council consists of 31 Directorates with President Muhammadu Buhari as the Chairman and the Presidential standard bearer as the Deputy, the National Chairman of the party, Senator Abdullahi Adamu is the Deputy Chairman (2) and Kasheem Shettima, the Vice-Presidential candidate…

In the last three weeks over 800 Constituents of Bende Federal Constituency have been awarded grants from federal government attracted by the Representative, Benjamin Okezie Kalu. While about 600 constituents received a cash grant after the training and empowerment program organised for youths and women of the constituency by NICO, another set of 200 constituents selected across the federal constituency gathered to receive another cash grant as authorised by the Ministery of Humanitarian Affairs to assist rural dwellers ameliorate the impact of hardship in their various endeavours. This took place in Bende town on the 16th of September 2022 where…

Member representing Bende Federal Constituency, Rep. Benjamin Kalu has sent his good wishes to the deputy governorship candidate of the Young Progressive Party in the state, Chima Anyaso as he turns 42. The Representative in a goodwill message described the Deputy Governorship candidate as one who has distinguished himself in various squares of life through his passion and dedication towards development becoming a model for the youths. Rep. Kalu further appreciated Dr. Anyaso for his charitable initiatives to the good people of Bende adding that has successfully put the constituency on the map in his endeavors. The lawmaker prayed for good…

The Council of Item Traditional Rulers today the 17th day of September 2022 Conferred the title of AGUNECHEMBA 1 OF ITEM (THE LION THAT DEFENDS ITEM COMMUNITY) on the member representing Bende Federal Constituency Rep. Benjamin Okezie Kalu at the annual New Yam Festival “IÑU NDI” in recognition of his outstanding representation. The Chairman of the Council of Traditional Rulers HRH Eze Innocent Kalu while conferring this title described the Representative as a man who has the interest of Item people at heart and responds accordingly to their requests regardless of the when he is called upon. He added that the…

Member representing Bende Federal Constituency and Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu felicitates with the Secretary to the Government of the Federation on the celebration of his 66th birthday describing him as a man of integrity. The Representative In a goodwill message while congratulating the SGF stated that he is an excellent administrator worthy of emulation, a man who is dedicated in service to God and humanity adding that he has not compromised his faith even in service. He prayed for God’s blessings in all areas of his life. He wrote; HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE SECRETARY TO THE GOVERNMENT…

The bill for an act to amend the Nigeria Meteorological Agency Act to grant the Nigeria Meteorological Agency sole authority to grant approvals and licenses for the establishment of meteorological stations and other related matters sponsored by the Member representing Bende Federal Constituency and Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu has been signed into law by the President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday, August 31, 2022. The bill which was first read on Wednesday, July 3rd, 2019 seeks to repeal the Nigerian Metrological Agency (Establishment, etc.) Act, No. 9 of 2003, enacts the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (Establishment) Act,…