Author: Drum Africa Correspondent

It was an evening of glitz and glamour as the newly elected Deputy Speaker of the 10th House of Representatives, Honourable Benjamin Kalu was celebrated by his constituents, colleagues, family friends and well wishers as he embarked on a new phase in his political career. Recognizing this recent elevation as a stepping stone rather than a culmination, the Deputy Speaker was joined by an array of prominent Nigerian political leaders, Generals, business tycoons, and celebrities at what was a double celebration  held in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja on Tuesday, June 13th, 2023. Arriving the venue in his resplendent white…

The Chairman of the Progressives Governors Forum, and Executive Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodinma has said that the Forum has resolved to back the choice of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the Office of Speaker and Deputy Speaker for the 10th House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudern Abbas PhD, and Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu. The Governor made the disclosure when he hosted the campaign team of the Abbas/Kalu joint ticket led by the Joint Task –10th Assembly Coalition at the Imo State Governor’s Lodge on Monday evening in Asokoro Abuja. He said the party has made the…

As engagements and consultations continue ahead of the inauguration of the 10th Assembly, the anointed candidates of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the Office of the Speaker and Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas and Hon. Benjamin Kalu accompanied by members of the Joint Task committee paid a courtesy visit to the Former President and Commander-In-Chief of the Armed Forces, His Excellency Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan at his private residence in Abuja on Saturday, June 3, 2023. The duo were warmly received by the former President who was visibly delighted to have them in his home. Introductions and discussions…

APC Consensus Candidates for the Office of Speaker and Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon Tajudeen Abbas and Rep. Benjamin Kalu today paid a courtesy visit to the wife of the President, Senator. Oluremi Tinubu at their private residence in Abuja with other members of the Joint Task team and women in parliament to congratulate her on a successful inauguration and transition into the new administration. The First Lady who was joined by the wife of the Speaker of House of Representatives Mrs Salamatu Gbajabiamila, the APC women leader Dr Betta Edu, Senator Aishatu Binani APC Guber Candidate in Adamawa and other…

Frontline Candidate for the Office of the Deputy Speaker for the 10th Assembly, Rep. Benjamin Kalu has extended his warmest congratulations to the Speaker of the House of Representatives on his appointment as the Chief of Staff to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Rep. Kalu in a congratulatory message expressed confidence in the ability of Rt. Hon Femi Gbajabiamila to play a pivotal role in shaping and implementing people oriented agenda, as he provides invaluable guidance to the President which will ensure the success of the administration as a result of his experience in leadership and governance over the last 20…

As the race for the next National Assembly leadership hots up, the nomination of Hon Benjamin kalu for the position of Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives 10th Assembly is gathering huge momentum and support across the country. The Southern Nigeria Development Initiative paid a courtesy visit to Hon. Benjamin kalu in his office at Abuja Nigeria on Friday 25th May 2023. The group acknowledged the achievement track records of Hon. Benjamin Kalu as Spokesperson of the Green House and at his Constituency. The Convener of the Group Dr Matthew Okiri Okeyim in his speech appreciated Hon. Kalu for the…

Member representing Bende Federal Constituency and the Candidate for the Office of the Deputy Speaker for the 10th Assembly, Rep. Benjamin Kalu has celebrated children across the Nation on this year’s Children’s Day celebration. The Representative in a congratulatory message 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. Rep. Kalu further stated that the 10th House of Representatives will also commit to strategic legislative…

Member representing Bende Federal Constituency and APC Frontline Candidate for the Office of the Deputy Speaker of the House of Reps, Rep. Benjamin Kalu has extended his good wishes to Prof. Victor Ukaogo, a Professor of History and International Relations at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, describing him as a true ally and one of the great minds Bende has produced. Rep. Kalu in a congratulatory message applauded the academic for his numerous achievements, particularly in the education sector while acknowledging him as one of Bende’s shining stars. Rep Kalu further commended Prof. Ukaogo for his dedication and unwavering commitment…

The recent certificate saga involving Ben Kalu, a member of the House of Representatives representing Bende Federal Constituency of Abia State, has once again brought to the fore the issue of political opposition attempting to tarnish the reputation of their opponents.   It is obvious that the recent request for the verification of Ben Kalu’s NYSC discharge certificate is a calculated attempt by political opposition both within and outside his party to discredit him and his nomination for the position of Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives.   Ben Kalu, who is a member of the All Progressives Congress…

Member representing Bende Federal Constituency and APC consensus candidate for the Office of the Deputy Speaker of the 10th Assembly received a delegation from the Southern Kaduna Youth Development Association who paid him a courtesy visit in solidarity with the decision of the party on the zoning arrangement of the 10th Assembly Leadership. Speaking on behalf of the team, Tabitha Iwaslshik said that they had come to identify with the representative who they believe, having followed his track records and pedigree will make a good Deputy speaker in the 10th Assembly. They added that in the bid to show their…