Author: Drum Africa Correspondent
The Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Okezie Kalu was on Thursday 28, Oct 2021, paid a condolence visit to the home of his long time friend and in-law, the Abia born international sports analyst Ejikeme Ikwunze popularly known as ‘Mr football’ at his residence in Umunkaru Umuawa Alaocha Umuahia North local government of Abia state. The Abia born sports veteran who’s excitement could not be hidden appreciated the visit of the member whom he described as notable and the greatest Abia export to the center whom have not just shown an extreme and immeasurable commitment over a…
The member representing Bende federal constituency and the Spokesperson of the House, today 28th of October 2021 paid a condolence visit to the Chief of Staff to the Abia State Government, Prof. ACB Agbazuere at his Umuahia residence to commiserate with him on the death of his wife, Late Mrs. Onyinyechi Agbazuere. Rep. Kalu who was warmly welcomed by the Chief of Staff stated that he deemed it fit as a friend to come at such a time to share in his pain and grief. He emphasized that a pain felt by one’s friend is only lighter when shared, adding…
The member Representing Bende federal constituency and Spokesperson of the House, on Tuesday, October 26, 2021 paid an unscheduled visit to the various ongoing projects sites across Bende federal constituency to assess the level of work done and ensure the delivery of quality as promised to his constituents. With a first stop at the Immigration office which is almost at its completion stage, the representative while expressing satisfaction over the project, stated that he is more delighted on the job opportunities and increase in economic activities that the project will yield once it is completed. The tour continued to Bende…
The member representing Bende federal constituency and Spokesperson of the House, Rep. Benjamin Kalu has sent his warm wishes to the former Deputy Inspector General of Police, DIG Azubuko Udah. In a statement signed by the Spokesperson, he described the APC chieftain as a noble man who has lived in service to the nation and humanity adding that he has been a friend indeed, a big brother and a great asset to Bende. He prayed for more blessings as he adds many more years to his life. He wrote; OCTOBER 26, 2021 HAPPY BIRTHDAY DIG. AZUBUKO UDAH I am delighted…
The member representing Bende federal constituency and Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu attended the burial ceremony the Late Eze. Dr. Aruwa Kalu Nelson (the Uga 1 of Bende Ovu Autonomous Community) who is also his maternal cousin, which held on the 22nd October, 2021 in Bende town, Bende LGA, Abia State. The representative while speaking at the burial ceremony stated that the late Eze has was a great king whose legacies will forever be remembered. He described him as a brother who would always support, advice and encourage him, he expressed sadness at the reality that he…
The Spokesperson of the House of Representatives and member representing Bende Federal Constituency, Rep. Benjamin Kalu met with the former Speaker of the 7th Assembly who is currently the Governor of Sokoto state, Gov. Aminu Tambuwal in the course of a National assignment on the 18th of October, 2021 in Sokoto. While expressing delight in meeting the former speaker, the spokesperson highlighted that the Governor was an amiable law maker who knew his onions, one who led the 7th Assembly without any form of tribalism. He appreciated the former speaker for his warm reception and the manner for which he discussed…
The member representing Bende federal constituency and the Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu, over the weekend attended the book launch in honour of the late Justice Alhassan Idoko on Saturday, October 16, 2021. The book titled ‘A legacy that transcends time’ was released by the late Justice’s daughter, Ms. Joy Idoko in memory of her late father who contributed massively to the development of the legal system in Nigeria and also authored a good number of insightful books on law and scriptures. Also present at the event were Honorable Justices such as; Hon Justice J.T Tsoho,…
The member representing Bende Federal Constituency and Spokesperson of the House, Rep. Benjamin Kalu has congratulated the Speaker, Abia State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Chinedum Orji on the Public Service award conferred on him by the Sun Newspapers. In a congratulatory messaged signed by the legislator, he stated that this award is in affirmation to his service to humanity over the years, adding that the Speaker has been a reliable friend who is ever willing to support noble causes. He further added that this is a call to do more for in service to the people and the state.…
The member representing Bende Federal Constituency and Spokesperson of the House, Rep. Benjamin Kalu has celebrated the Director-General of the Benjamin Kalu Movement, Hon. Emmanuel Trump Eke as he marks another year in his life. The representative while describing him as a dependable ally recalled the sacrifices he has made in his political journey years back till today adding that he has been diligent, very committed and focused on the goals set to be achieved. He prayed that as the marks the beginning of another year, the almighty will fortify him with strength, wisdom and capacity for greater achievements while…
The House of Representatives Committee on Media and Public Affairs in partnership with the Premium Times Center for Legislative Journalism, National Institute of Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) and the Konrad Adenauer Stifung (KAS) for a two-day capacity building training for the members of the press corps held on the 11th and 12th of October 2021 at Fraser Suites, CBD Abuja. Speaking in his welcome address, the Representative of the Konrad Adenauer Stifung, Dr. Vladimir Kreck highlighted the importance of the workshop to enhance the capacity of journalists in the House of Representatives adding that the media is a very…