Author: Drum Africa Correspondent

Members of the Abia State House of Representatives Caucus have endorsed the Spokesperson of the House and Member Representing Bende Federal Constituency, Hon. Benjamin Kalu as their Candidate for the position of Deputy Speaker for the 10th Assembly. The Caucus made this resolution after a meeting held on the 6th of May, 2023 in Abuja where there all adopted the Abia Lawmaker, Hon. Kalu as the Deputy Speaker of the 10th House of Representatives. Members of the Caucus present at the include; Hon. Amobi Ogah, Member-elect Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency, Hon. Ginger Onwusibe, Member-elect Isialangwa North and South Federal Constituency, Hon.…

It was a beautiful evening as Representatives gathered to join the Reps Spokesperson and Member Representing Bende Federal Constituency, Rep Benjamin Kalu in an exclusive dinner in celebration of his birthday. Rep. Kalu who had earlier visited the Area 1 IDP Camp earlier in the day to celebrate this day expressed gratitude in the way he was celebrated by members of the Speakers and leaders across the Nation. He thanked them all for the heartfelt wishes and prayers made for him. Representatives present at the dinner include Prof. Julius Ihonvbere, Rep. Abubakar Nalaraba, Rep. Miriam Onuoha, Rep. Chinedu Ogah, Rep.…

Reps Spokesperson and Member representing Bende Federal Constituency, Rep. Benjamin Kalu took his birthday celebration to the Internally Displaced Persons Camp at Area 1, Abuja today, May 5th 2023. The Representative while speaking to the a correspondent during the visit expressed his pleasure celebrating such a special day with persons in the camp highlighting that such a day is not always for jamboree but also to reach out to citizens who need love and reassurance. Speaking to the persons at the camp, Rep. Kalu recalled his first visit to the four years ago upon his resumption into office and the…

Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu as the helmsman in the Green Chambers…. Whenever the biopic of Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, member HoR representing Bende Federal Constituency, is eventually scripted and produced, the most suited person to play the character of Hon. Benjamin would deservedly be, of course, Hon. Benjamin himself. This may be due to the rarity of the likes of the Hon. member in our present generation of political actors. As Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, makes his signature bold bid to the  leadership of the Green Chamber as the Speaker, he may have also inadvertently shaken the dilapidated and unstable…

When Brigadier – General Godwin Alabi-Isama wrote the epic work on Nigeria – Biafran war titled ‘The Tragedy of Victory…… with pictorial evidence of what General Obasanjo did not do but claimed he did in order corner some accolades for himself, little did he know that politicians with false pedigree will descend on Nigeria to rape the citizens with barefaced falsehood to hoodwink them. Brigadier Godwin probably believed just like any other person that victory should be sweet but to his chagrin, the Nigerian victory in 1970 has become a tragedy of sort that no one is willing or able…

Reps Spokesperson and Member representing Bende Federal Constituency, Rep. Benjamin Kalu has celebrated Nigerians on this workers day, applauding them for their diligence and commitment to service in different sectors. In a message signed by the lawmaker, Rep. Kalu noted that despite the unique challenges faced by the nation, Nigerian workers have remained resilient in their productivity for the growth of the economy. He stated that the 9th House of Representatives did it’s best to protect the interests of the Nigerian workers and the 10th House will continue to preserve this. Rep Kalu all Nigerians workers to continue to put…

Political articulation and aggregation are part of the ingredients required for a formidable admixture in the political crucibles, mainly for the purpose of entrenching a well coordinated  program of action in the socio-political laboratory with a view to setting the agenda for good governance. Based on the afore stated, a major point of focus is the receptive perception of the target audience, whose interests and contributions are sacrosanct as the centrepiece of the social contract, cemented  on the foundation of offer and acceptance. Also, in a country with a rough estimate of over a 200 million people, public optics is…

The member representing Bende Federal Constituency and Spokesperson of the House has extended his best wishes to the Abia APC Chieftain and former PENCOM Commissioner South East Chief. Dr. Nyerere Chinenye Anyim on the occasion of his birthday. In a congratulatory message signed by the Spokesperson, he described the APC Chieftain as a noble servant-leader grounded in the integrity, selflessness, and humility which has formed his core values in leadership. He further described Chief Nyerere Anyim as a selfless leader who always puts the people first regardless. He appreciated the APC Chieftain’s contributions to the growth of the All Progressive…

Member representing Bende Federal Constituency, Rep. Benjamin Kalu has congratulated Chief Ikenna Ariwodo, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State on the occasion of his birthday describing him as a true friend and ally. In a goodwill message, the Representative appreciated Chief Ariwodo for his passion to the development of his community, Uzuakoli and the entire Bende Federal Constituency, stating that men like him inspire him to stay committed to serving the people of Bende tirelessly. He further added that the APC Chieftain is a man of strength and wisdom. Rep. Kalu while wishing him a…

Spokesperson of the House of Representatives and Member Representing Bende Federal Constituency, Rep. Benjamin Kalu has expressed sadness over the death of the House Member-elect, Hon. Ismaila Yushau Maihanci. Rep. Kalu in his condolence message commiserated with his immediate family and constituents of jalingo/Yorro/Zing Fed. Constituency of Taraba State whom he was set to represent describing his untimely death as a very unfortunate incident. He prayed for comfort and fortitude as they bear this painful loss. The statement reads; It is saddening to learn about the death of House Member-elect for the 10th Assembly from Taraba State, Hon. Ismaila Yushau…