Author: Drum Africa Correspondent

From Kenneth Udeh Current member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu and eminent business mogul Chief Daniel Chimezie Okeke have both been announced winners of the House of Representatives primary election of the All Progressive’s conducted on Friday in Abia North Senatorial district of Abia state. While Benjamin Kalu currently representing Bende Federal constituency is seeking a second term in office,  his counterpart Daniel Okeke also aims to represent Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal constituency as a first time legislator if he eventually emerges. According to the result as declared and authenticated by APC Chairman primary election committee, Joe Eze Aruh…

The member representing Bende Federal Constituency, Rep. Benjamin Kalu has emerged candidate of the All Progressive Congress (APC) to represent Bende Federal Constituency at the green chamber of the National Assembly. The election which was conducted under the supervision of the Independent National Electoral  (INEC), and monitored by the Nigerian Police Force (NPF), The Department of Security Service (DSS), and Nigerian Civil Defence Corps began at about 11am with accreditation of Delegates commencing at 11:58am, voting began at 12:29pm and was concluded by 1:43pm. The APC Delegates from the 13 wards of Bende Federal Constituency gathered at Agbamuzu Bende in Bende…

The member representing Bende Federal Constituency and spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu is set to launch an Ultramodern ICT center in Bende. Hon. Kalu made this known when he visited the center to inspect the progress of ongoing project. While speaking to a Drum Africa Correspondence, Rep. Kalu expressed satisfaction at level of progress recorded in the project, stating that it is a dream come through as he had long anticipated a time when the youths of Bende will have access to well-equipped ICT training centre to enhance their proficiency and training in the use of…

The Member representing Bende Federal Constituency Rep. Benjamin Kalu celebrates Prof. Victor Ukaogo, a Professor of History and International Relations at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, describing him as one of the great minds of Bende. Rep. Kalu in a press statement expressed delight in celebrating the academic who has been a strong supporter to his mandate, appreciating him for his support over the years while congratulating him on his achievements in the education sector. While wishing him a happy birthday, the Representative prayed that God grants him more wisdom and long life in his journey through life. He wrote;…

The member representing Bende Federal Constituency Rep. Benjamin Kalu, today paid a condolence visit to a frontline aspirant for the PDP Gubernatorial election to commiserate with him on the death of his father-in-law, Late Sen. Francis Arthur Nzeribe who was recently laid to rest. The former PDP candidate for Bende Federal Constituency received the representative and his entourage at his country home in Igbere, Bende. Rep. Kalu while speaking during his visit expressed sadness on the news of the demise of the late Senator describing him as a great man who made giant political strides in the nation, especially at…

Following the outpouring of love, wishes and prayers for the Representative, Member representing Bende Federal Constituency and Spokesperson of the House, Rep. Benjamin Kalu has penned down a heartfelt message to his constituents, friends and well wishers. In a statement signed by the lawmaker, he acknowledged the prayers that came from far and wide in various mediums, expressing his delight as he read through the messages and wishes. He further reaffirmed his commitment to continue in his duty of delivering the dividends of democracy and good governance to the people, adding that what they have seen is just a tip…

The member representing Bende Federal Constituency and Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu today April 4th, 2022 received delegates from Apuanu Item Development Union, Abuja branch as they paid him a courtesy visit at his office in the National Assembly Complex. The Vice President of the Association, Mr. Daniel Nwachukwu while introducing the delegates from the association thanked the Representative for being receptive and always opening his doors to his constituents at any given time, describing  him as a compassionate leader, one who is ever willing to listen to the problems of Bende constituents irrespective of his…

Member representing Bende Federal Constituency and Official Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu who also served as the Vice Chairman, Broadcast Sub-Committee of the Media Committee in the just concluded APC National Convention has congratulated the newly elected National Chairman of the party, Alhaji Abdullahi Adamu and other executives. The convention which was held at the Eagles Square Abuja on the 26th of March 2022 ended at the early hours of the following day. The event had in attendance all leaders and members of the party as the new executives were successfully elected through a consensus resolution.…

Member representing Bende Federal Constituency and Spokesperson of the House has celebrated all Mothers of Bende and across the world on Mothering Sunday. The Representative who penned down a heartfelt message to all mothers stated that mothers are indeed a true gift to humanity and blessings in the purest form. He added that mothers are pillars of the society whose values and ideals have been sustained it even till this point. He further appreciated the mothers of Bende Federal Consistency for the love and support they have shown him. Rep. Kalu prayed for God’s grace, sustenance and strength for all…

The Member representing Bende Federal Constituency and Chairman, House Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Rep. Benjamin Kalu was awarded by Flo 94.9 Fm Umuahia as the ‘Most Impactful Lawmaker of the Year’ at the Flo Icons Award in celebration of their 5th Anniversary on Friday 25th March, 2022 at the International Conference Centre, Umuahia. The Lawmaker who was unavoidably absent at the award ceremony was ably represented by the Director General of the Ben Kalu Movement, Hon. Emma Trumps Eke and other members of his team to the award. Rep. Kalu in a recorded speech expressed gratitude to Flo…