Author: Drum Africa Correspondent
Member representing Bende Federal Constituency and Spokesperson of the House of Reps, Rep. Benjamin Kalu has extended his warm wishes to the Chief Whip of the Senate and Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District, Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu as he marks his 63rd birthday. Rep. Kalu in a congratulatory message appreciated the Senator for his dedication to delivering the dividends of democracy to the people of Abia North. He further prayed for God’s blessings and wisdom as he continues to serve the people. He wrote; On behalf of myself and the good people of Bende Federal Constituency, I congratulate the…
As Muslims mark the end of this year’s Ramadan Fast in celebration of the Eid Al Fitr, Spokesperson of the House of Representatives and Member Representing Bende Federal Constituency, Rep. Benjamin Kalu sent his congratulatory message praying for unity and peace of our Nation, Nigeria. The lawmaker stated that this is a moment of reflection on the significance of this auspicious celebration which is the triumph of good over evil. He added that this is also a time to pray for the peace of the Nation particularly in this period of transition to a new administration. He prayed for Allah…
Reps Spokesperson and Member Representing Bende Federal Constituency has extended his warm wishes to the Abia APC Gubernatorial Candidate, High Chief Ikechi Emenike as he marks his 67th birthday today April 10, 2023. The lawmaker in his message to the APC Flagbearer described him as a disciplined leader who lives a life of principle. He added that in knowing him, he has known a man who has the people at large and is highly committed to the growth and development of Abia State. Rep. Kalu prayed for God’s grace and blessings as he continues to fortify him with more years…
Reps Spokesperson and Member Representing Bende Federal Constituency has sent his condolence to the family of the Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu over death of his wife Mrs. Ifeoma Uzor Kalu, who died at the age of 61. The lawmaker in his condolence message to the Senator expressed sadness over the death of Mrs. Kalu who he described as a kind and loving woman. Rep. Kalu prayed for God to comfort the family in this difficult time. He wrote; I am saddened to hear about the passing of Mrs. Ifeoma Ada Kalu wife of Distinguished Sen.…
Leadership is a process of social influence, which maximizes the efforts of OTHERS towards the achievement of a goal, and has absolutely nothing to do with seniority or one’s position in a hierarchy. Titles are of little or no importance at all. Adumbrating on the above, as topical as it is, Bill Gates, who needs no introduction in global affairs once said: “As we look ahead into the next century, leaders must be those who empower others” while Warren Bennis put his thus: “Leadership is the capacity to translate vision to reality.” From the aforesaid, the only cogent deductible conclusion…
Spokesperson of the House of Representatives and Member representing Bende Federal Constituency, Rep. Benjamin Kalu has congratulated the President-elect, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the occasion of his 71st today March 29, 2023. Rep. Kalu described President-elect, As Bola Tinubu as a resilient leader and builder of men who has raised leaders across religious and ethnic backgrounds adding that it is a testament to a life of visionary leadership that is worthy of emulation. The Representative expressed confidence in his ability to take the nation to greater heights as he assumes the Office of the President of the Federal Republic…
President Muhammadu Buhari has signed into law the Bill to amend the 1999 Constitution to move correctional centers from the Exclusive legislative list to the Concurrent legislative list sponsored by Reps Spokesperson and Member representing Bende Federal Constituency, Rep. Benjamin Kalu. The Bill was listed amongst the 16 bills assented to by Mr. President on Friday, March 17th, 2023 was first read on the 24th of November, 2020, and passed for second reading on the 23rd of February, 2021. Following the passage of this bill, states will now have the power to establish Correctional and Custodial facilities, and State Assemblies…
Today, as Christians celebrate Mothering Sunday, Member representing Bende Fed. Constituency, Rep. Benjamin Kalu has sent warm greetings to mothers in Bende and across the world. The Representative in a heartfelt message stated that mothers are true blessings from God having unique abilities to nurture and grow whatever is placed in their care. He specially thanked the mothers of Bende for constantly showering him with love and care in various ways. Rep. Kalu prayed that the Almighty God continues to strengthen all mothers as they keep being the backbone of society urging them to remain steadfast in nurturing children who…
Partisan affiliation conforms with the inalienable and fundamental rights of Nigerians as it forms the basis and galvanizes the engine through which an individual can ventilate his opinions and aspirations as it were on local, national and international issues as it affects him. It therefore follows that political vehicles through which one drives his political views is of the essence and as such, should be seen as veritable and essential towards the growth and enhancement of one’s political culture. Through the evolving political culture and participation, political parties have emerged while others, for one reason or the other have gone…
Ahead of the Gubernatorial and House of Assembly elections, Member representing Bende Federal Constituency and Spokesperson of the House of Reps, Rep. Benjamin Kalu joined Candidates for Bende North and South State Constituency as they campaigned for the All Progressive Congress(APC) in Bende, Abia State. The Representative who clinched victory for his re-election after the National Assembly held on the 25th of February 2023 also seized the opportunity to also thank Bende Constituents for coming out en masse to ensure his victory in the last elections. He expressed immense gratitude for the effort they put in collectively and individually to…