Author: Drum Africa Correspondent

The Spokesperson of the House of Representatives and Member representing Bende Federal Constituency Rep. Benjamin Kalu has congratulated the Chair, Chief Governing Council, University of Calabar, Sen. Nkechi Nwaogu as she celebrates her 65th birthday. Describing her as an Amazon of intellectual prowess and dexterity, he appreciated her appreciated her massive impact in the Abia and Nigeria at large. He prayed for God’s all round blessings as she celebrates another year and fulfillment in the coming years.

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The Member representing Bende Federal Constituency who doubles as the Spokesperson of the House of Representatives has urged the people of Bende and Abians to attend and participate in the zonal public hearing of the 1999 constitution review by the House of Representatives Special Committee on Constitution Review The representative made this statement in a press release where he stated that this is an opportunity for citizens to make their voices heard as the nation embarks on this process. He also emphasized that this is a good platform to air their views and make meaningful recommendations towards the amendment of…

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The Spokesperson of the House of Representatives and Member representing Bende Federal Constituency has congratulated Dr. Madukwe Ukaegbu on his appointment as Federal Commissioner, Public Complaints Commission describing him as a man worthy of the position. The Spokesperson in a statement expressed his pleasure towards the appointment mentioning that he is certain that Dr. Ukaegbu has the capacity to deliver even more than expected. He added that Dr. Ukaegbu having proved himself as an a proficient administrator and leader, he is endowed with the knowledge to carry out the task and duties that lie ahead. Rep. Kalu wished him success…

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The Member representing Bende Federal Constituency and the Spokesperson of the House of Representatives has celebrated the children of the Bende Federal Constituency and Nigeria at large. The representative made this statement in a release on his social media handles where he stated that children are the hope for a brighter tomorrow and a sustainable nation and as such a conducive environment for growth should be secured for them. He added that it is a task for the older generation and they should remain committed to it. The Spokesperson also mentioned that inline with the reconstruction and renovation of schools in…

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The Spokesperson and Member representing Bende Federal Constituency celebrates Prof. Victor Ukaogo as he marks the addition of another year to his life. The representative in a press statement expressed his joy and delight as he celebrates the academic, and professor of History and International Relations at the Prestigious University of Nsukka. He described Prof. Ukaogo as one of Bende’s brightest minds who is passionate about the development of the constituency. He prayed that as he adds another year, God will continue to preserve him as he continues to make Bende proud. May 25, 2021 HAPPY BIRTHDAY PROFESSOR VICTOR UKAOGO…

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The House has commiserated with the Nigerian Army, and families of other officers who were on board the air craft conveying the Chief of Army Staff to  Kaduna on Friday, the 21st of May, 2021. The House made this statement in a press release by the Spokesperson, Rep. Benjamin Kalu today May 23rd, 2021. He described the late COAS as a patriotic officer who was committed to improving the security of the country. He also mentioned that amidst his short stay in office, he was committed to the fight against Boko Haram insurgency and the insecurity currently faced by the…

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The House of Representatives has debunked the news making rounds in the media that the Speaker of the House of Representatives is against the Southern Governors’ call for Restructuring. In a Statement made by the Spokesperson of the House, Rep. Benjamin Kalu, he described the news as false allegations and misleading to the general public adding the speaker never implied such in his interview. He provided the accurate replication of what the Speaker had said in his interview: “This is not a time for name-calling or blaming one person or the other. If truth be told, we all have equal…

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The Member representing Bende Federal Constituency and the Spokesperson of the House has assured the people of Bende Federal Constituency that security  measures will be put in place to prevent subsequent incidents of violence and insecurity. The Member made this statement in a press release today, May 13th 2021 following the attack on the Bende Police Station. He expressed sadness over the issues of insecurity currently going on in the constituency, highlighting that this is the third time there has been an attack in two months. The representative mentioned that as a result of past incidents, plans were already on…

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The Spokesperson of the House of Representatives and Member representing Bende Federal Constituency has celebrated the Former Deputy Senate President and Senator representing Enugu West Senatorial District, Chief Ike Ekweremadu describing him as a humble and diligent politician worthy of emulation. Celebrating this auspicious day in the life of the former Senator, the Spokesperson commended him for his leadership in the southeast, emphasizing the way he has represented not just his constituency but the region at large. He described the Former Deputy Senate President as a man of peace and patriotic leader who has worked dutifully for the advancement of…

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Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila has described the spokesperson of the House and Member representing Bende Federal Constituency, Rep. Benjamin Kalu as a good man, worthy colleague and one of the best in the House, prays for God to continue to bless and keep him, wishing him a continuous growth in stature and grace. This was captured in the official birthday card signed by him on his 50th birthday. You would recall that the spokesperson marked his 50th birthday on the 5th of May 2021 and was celebrated by his colleagues. The Speaker wrote, ‘Happy birthday to…

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