Author: Drum Africa
Today, Rep. Benjamin Kalu, member representing Bende Federal Constituency, paid a condolence visit to the family of Mrs. Janet Nnenna Ogbonnaya a native of Ozuitem, Bende LG, who was kidnapped, raped and gruesomely murdered in Abuja. Rep. Kalu who was in the company of Ozuitem Town Union leaders, was warmly received by DIG Azubuko Joel (Rtd.). Expressing his condolences, Rep. Kalu condemned rape and violence against women. He decried the rape culture in Nigeria stating that weak institutions, poor law enforcement, poverty and patriarchy contributed to the rise of incidences of violence against women and girls. The House of Representatives’…
The members of the House of Representatives from Abia, today, went on a solidarity visit to His Excellency, the former Governor of Abia State and the current distinguished senator representing Abia North senatorial district, Dr Orji Kalu, on his release from Kuje prison. Receiving the honourable members at his Aso Villa home, Dr. Orji Kalu thanked them for their support and solidarity during his incarceration. The visit led by the Deputy Chief Whip of the House of Representatives, Rep. Nkiru Onyejeocha, had in attendance, Rep. Darlynton Nwokocha, Rep. Sam Onuigbo and Rep. Benjamin Kalu, spokesperson of the House and member…
Rep. Benjamin Kalu has accused aggrieved members of Senator Orji Uzor Kalu’s opposition in the last general election of hiring fake protesters to undermine Abia North’s senatorial representation for the sake of personal benefit. This statement was made following the demonstration that occurred yesterday at the national assembly complex by persons claiming to be from Abia North who demanded that the seat of Senate Chief Whip, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu be declared vacant. Rep. Benjamin Kalu is the member representing Senator Orji Kalu’s federal constituency of Bende in the House of Reps. His press release reads as follows: June…
Rep. Benjamin Kalu has thanked President Buhari for appointing Prof. Godswill Obioma as the new Registrar/CEO of NECO. Expressing his support for the president’s choice, Rep. Kalu remarked that Prof. Obioma, by virtue of his vast experience and achievements, is the right fit for a NECO saddled with the enormous challenge of adapting to a Covid-19 and post-Covid-19 era. He also mentioned that leaders of Abia State in Abuja, across party lines, were equally in support of the appointment and planned to host a reception to celebrate the appointment. Read Rep. Kalu’s message below: May 31, 2020 PROF. GODSWILL…
In a statement signed by Rep. Benjamin Kalu, the House Spokesperson and Member representing Bende Federal Constituency has wished Senator Nkechi Nwogu a happy birthday referring to her as a modern Joan of Arc and a treasure of Igboland. The birthday message for the distinguished Senator and APC stalwart reads as follows: HAPPY BIRTHDAY SENATOR NKECHI NWOGU For myself and on behalf of the entire people of Bende Federal Constituency, it is my absolute delight to celebrate a charismatic leader, a diligent servant of the people, a modern-day Joan of Arc and a treasured gem of Igboland, Senator Nkechi Nwogu…
The House of Representatives has released the following statement signed by the Spokesperson, Rep. Benjamin Kalu, in response to several allegations raised against it by NDDC Executive Director (Projects), Dr. Ojougboh in a heated television interview with Arise News. PRESS RELEASE (May 26, 2020): RE: DEFAMATORY STATEMENTS AGAINST THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES BY DR. OJOUGBOH, NDDC EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR The attention of the House has been drawn to certain statements by Dr. Cairo Ojougboh, Executive Director, Projects and member of the Interim Management Committee (IMC) of the Niger Delta Development Commission (“NDDC” or the “Commission”), in what can only be…
House spokesperson and member representing Bende Federal Constituency, Rep. Benjamin Kalu, has congratulated Prof. Godswill Obioma on his recent appointment as the Registrar/Chief Executive Officer of the National Examination Council (NECO), praising him for being a thought leader, an academic trailblazer and diligent in public service. In his letter of congratulation dated May 24, the legislator assured the new Registrar of the support of his office and his constituents.
House spokesperson and member representing Bende Federal Constituency, Rep. Benjamin Kalu, has congratulated Paul Ikonne on his recent appointment as the Executive Secretary of the National Agriculture Land Development Authority (NALDA), remarking that his appointment is testament to the fine quality of the men and women of Abia extraction. In his letter of congratulation dated May 24, the legislator promised to work with the new Executive Secretary for the benefit of Abia State.
Rep. Benjamin Kalu, member representing Bende Federal Constituency has felicitated with Senator Orji Uzor Kalu whose conviction was nullified today by the Supreme Court. In a press release put out by the spokesperson of the House, Rep. Kalu had the following to say; It is with great joy that I celebrate with His Excellency, Distinguished Senator Orji Uzor Kalu on his victory today and the nullification of his conviction by the Supreme Court. Like I always maintained, the erroneous conviction of Senator Kalu at the Federal High Court by a Judge of the Court of Appeal was doomed to fail…