Author: Drum Africa Correspondent
In continuation of his consultation with stakeholders and community leaders in Bende Federal Constituency, Rep Benjamin Kalu visited the Uzuakoli Ancient Kingdom yesterday the 18th of January 2023 accompanied by members of the Benjamin Kalu Campaign Council. Rep Benjamin Kalu arrived Obi Ukwu in Umueze Amamba with his entourage to pay homage to the Conscience of Uzuakoli made up of elders of the Ancient Kingdom . The law maker was warmly received by the Elders who were visibly delighted to welcome him. While addressing the Elders, Rep Benjamin Kalu took time to enlighten them his achievements in the house and…
Ahead of his formal Campaign Flag-off, the Member representing Bende Federal Constituency, Rep. Benjamin Kalu has continued his consultation across all communities and wards of the constituency to engage with stakeholders and leaders. Rep. Kalu who commenced the door to door visit in different communities of Bende on the 4th of January 2023, highlighted that the aim of the engagement is to hear directly from the people the impact of his representation in the last three years as well as conduct a necessary needs analysis as he prepares to go back to the House of Representatives. Amidst joyful celebrations, dancing…
The member representing Bende Federal Constituency and Spokesperson of the House, Rep. Benjamin Kalu received a Special Change of Command Exclusive Medal from one the Stakeholders of Item Community Chief Steve Ndukwe on behalf of his son, Commander Kelechi Ndukwe the first America-Nigerian Captain of a US Navy Ship who is currently the Executive Officer of USS HALSEY (DDG 97) in recognition for his outstanding performance at the House of Representatives. Chief Ndukwe while presenting the Change of Station Medal on behalf of the US guided Missile destroyer at his country home in Item applauded the Representative for the quality…
The crisis associated with leadership in Nigeria once again engaged the attention of scholars and politicians in the public lecture organised by the Bende Historical Society (BHS) in Bende yesterday. The public lecture with the title ‘Politics, Political Leadership and Community Development delivered by the fiery and cerebral University of Nigeria don Prof. Victor Ukaogo interrogated the reality of Community development and the culpability of the elite class in deepening the crisis of underdevelopment in the polity. The lecture choose to speak truth to power and it examined ways those in authority could be held accountable by their electors. Prof…
The All Progressive Congress in Bende Federal Constituency received over 200 members of the Labour Party from Uzuakoli Ward who decamped from the party ahead of the 2023 general elections today January 10th 2023. The group led by Comr. Bravo O. Ubah who was the Chairman Labour Party Uzuakoli Ward in Bende Federal Constituency in his speech appreciated the Representative for welcoming them with such open arms. He described the Honourable member as a good man who carries his people along in all he does while emphasizing that the good works of Rep. Kalu is evident to everyone in the constituency…
The Member representing Bende Federal Constituency and the Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu joined the people of Amaokwe Item community as they laid His Royal Majesty, Eze Clement Offia Chukwu Udensi (Ngidimaoha) of Amaokwe Item to rest. Rep. Benjamin Kalu in his goodwill message during the burial ceremony held on the 5th of January in Amaokwe mini Stadium Item, appreciated the life Eze Ngidimaoha. He described him as a man of great personality who committed selflessly to the development of Amaokwe Item and Bende Federal Constituency. Rep. Kalu commiserated with the immediate family Eze Ngidimaoha and…
It was a day of jubilation in Bende Local Government Headquarters as Benkalu Great Crusaders football Teams played their final match in honour of their illustrious son and Representative, Rep. Benjamin Okezie Kalu The competition which started over the week came to a successful conclusion as the sponsors and the whole Bende town welcomed Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, Hon. Chukwu Chijioke, Director General Benkalu Campaign Organisation, Hon. Emma Trumps Eke and other members of Benkalu campaign Organization. The sponsors Chief Kelvin Kalu, Founder Kelvin Kalu foundation and Mr. Onyike Chris were delighted at the success of the day which was…
The member representing Bende Federal Constituency Rep. Benjamin Kalu has gifted a brand new Sports and Utility Van, Volkswagen Routan to the Director General (DG), Benjamin Kalu Campaign Council, Hon. Emma Trumps Eke in appreciation for his commitment. Presenting the car, Rep. Kalu appreciated his DG for his commitment, unrivalled loyalty and sacrifices in his political trajectory that began years ago. In the words of Rep. Benjamin Kalu, “you have been loyal and dedicated to my political fortunes and I think I should appreciate you with this car that I personally bought for my family” It was an emotional moment…
In preparation of the 2023 general election, Rep. Benjamin Kalu reelection bid has recieved another boost as members of Labour Party in Uzuakoli decamped to All Progressive Congress (APC). The Leader of the delegate, Chief Bravo Uba, informed Rep. Benjamin Kalu that they are here to identify with him as well as to ensure the actualization of his reelection. Chief Uba acknowledged the developmental strides of Rep. Benjamin Kalu in Bende Federal Constituency and assured him of their readiness in mobilizing for his reelection. Recieving the decampees on behalf of Rep. Benjamin Kalu, The Director General of BenKalu Campaign Council,…
The Member representing Bende Federal Constituency and Spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu has penned down a heartwarming message to the good people of Bende Federal Constituency as the new year unwraps. In his message, Rep. Kalu expressed deep gratitude to his constituents for the love and support they have given to him in the past three years as their representative. He highlighted that it has been a major motivation in his numerous achievements even as a first time member. The lawmaker further stated that Bende as a great land had suffered the pains of bad governance…