Author: Drum Africa Correspondent

In preparation of the 2023 general election, Rep. Benjamin Kalu reelection bid has recieved another boost as members of Labour Party in Uzuakoli decamped to All Progressive Congress (APC). The Leader of the delegate, Chief Bravo Uba, informed Rep. Benjamin Kalu that they are here to identify with him as well as to ensure the actualization of his reelection. Chief Uba acknowledged the developmental strides of Rep. Benjamin Kalu in Bende Federal Constituency and assured him of their readiness in mobilizing for his reelection. Recieving the decampees on behalf of Rep. Benjamin Kalu, The Director General of BenKalu Campaign Council,…

The Member representing Bende Federal Constituency and Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu has penned down a heartwarming message to the good people of Bende Federal Constituency as the new year unwraps. In his message, Rep. Kalu expressed deep gratitude to his constituents for the love and support they have given to him in the past three years as their representative. He highlighted that it has been a major motivation in his numerous achievements even as a first time member. The lawmaker further stated that Bende as a great land had suffered the pains of bad governance…

The great people of Amankalu Igbere in Bende Local Government Area of Abia State, in celebration of their Nkalu ukwu day  which held today, December 30th 2022 awarded the member representing Bende Federal Constituency, Rep. Benjamin Kalu as the EZI NWANNE DURA MBA OF NKALU UKWU IGBERE  in recognition of his outstanding contributions through efficient representation across Bende Federal Constituency of Abia state. The award was received by a prominent industrialist and a giant in the hospitality industry who is also a Former Chairman of APC in Bende Local Government Area, now serving as a council member of Benjamin Kalu…

The Member representing Bende Federal Constituency and Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu and his wife today celebrate the 17th anniversary of their marriage. The lawmaker took to his Facebook page to celebrate his wife and appreciate God for 17 years of grace and blessings on their union. He wrote: “It has been 17 years of God’s grace, mercies and blessings and we are grateful Lord. It takes a strong woman to be my wife and this one I found is a power bank . Thanks for being a godly woman and the pillar. Bende people are proud…

The House of Representatives have refuted the false claims made by the President of the Academic Staff Union of Universities Prof. Emmanuel Osodeke alleging that Speaker, Femi Gbajabiamila deceived the Union to suspend the strike action. In a statement released to the Spokesperson of the House, Rep. Benjamin Kalu, he stated that the Speaker did not at any point commit to offsetting the arrears of the union members as alleged by the President of the Union. The Statement reads; For Immediate Release HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES RESPONSE TO OSODEKE’S ALLEGATIONS OF DECEPTION AGAINST MR. SPEAKER On Tuesday, 27th December 2022, the…

It’s was a moment of joy and happiness as the people oriented lawmaker and Member representing Bende Federal Constituency Rep. Benjamin Kalu’s presence was felt strongly in Amaohoro Nkpa, Bende at the launch of the newly completed Civic Center. Rep Benjamin Kalu was represented by his campaign DG, Hon. Emma Trump Eke and some members of his campaign team during the launching  of Amaohoro Nkpa civic hall. The Committee Chairman of the Amaohoro Nkpa  Development Union, Chief Onyekachi Eberi leading the members of the association, were on ground to receive the representatives of the campaign train, as they gave them…

The Member representing Bende Federal Constituency Rep. Benjamin Kalu has yet again been honored by Okoko Item Progressive Union with an award as THE GRAND MERIT AWARD OF SELFLESS SERVICE TO HUMANITY on Monday 26th December, 2022 in recognition of his giant strides in leadership and governance. Receiving the award on behalf of his Principal, the Director General (DG) BenKalu Campaign Organization, Hon. Emma Trumps Eke appreciated the Executive Committee and the good people of Okoko Item for an honour done to Rep. Benjamin Kalu whom he described as Mr. Project. The award was in recognition of Rep. Benjamin Okezie Kalu…

The Honorable Member Representing the good people of Bende Federal Constituency, Rep Benjamin Kalu has facilitated with the people of Ndiwo community in Itumbauzo as they mark their cultural day. Rep. Kalu also made a cash donation to support Ndiwo community in building their civic centre which he identified as a centre for unity and  development. The Honourable member appreciated the good people of Ndiwo for their continuous support in his reelection, which according to him is call for more dividends of democracy to the people of Ndiwo Itumbauzo in particular and Bende Federal Constituency in general. He acknowledged the…

Member representing Bende Federal Constituency and House of Reps. Spokesperson, Rep. Benjamin Kalu has extended his warm wishes to the former Honorable Minister of State, Mines and Steel, Dr. Uchechukwu Ogah on the occasion of his 53rd birthday celebration. In a Congratulatory letter by the Representative, he acknowledged the Fmr. Minister’s dedication to the development of Abia State emphasizing that his accomplishments is a testament of his diligence and hard work over the years. Rep. Kalu prayed that the almighty blesses him with long life and good health as he celebrates many more years to come. He wrote: DECEMBER 22,…

The member representing Bende Federal Constituency and the Chairman, House Committee on Media and Public Affairs was honoured with the prestigious award of HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES MOST OUTSTANDING SPOKESPERSON’s AWARD 2022. The event took place on the 16th December, 2022 was organized by the House of Representatives Press Corps in celebration of the end of the year at the Bolingo hotels Abuja. The award which was presented by the Press Corps Chairperson, Mrs. Grace Ike is in recognition of his strides in managing the image of the House of Representatives and the relationship between the House and the Media as…