Reps Rally Behind Akande’s ICJ Bid
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has thrown the full weight of the National Assembly behind Professor Dapo Akande’s bid to become a judge of the International Court of Justice (ICJ), describing the renowned legal scholar as a worthy ambassador of Nigeria on the global stage. Kalu gave […]
Kalu Urges Abians to Align With APC Ahead of 2027
By Oluwakemi Kindness Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, says Abia State must align with the ruling All Progressives Congress to benefit more from the Federal Government. Kalu spoke on Wednesday while receiving APC governorship aspirant, Eric Opah, at his country home in Bende, Abia State. According to a statement on Thursday […]
Tinubu Felicitates Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu on Birthday
By Oluwakemi Kindness President Bola Tinubu has extended warm birthday greetings to the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, commending his leadership and contributions to Nigeria’s democratic development. In a statement issued on Tuesday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President praises Kalu’s dedication to legislative excellence […]
Coalition Purchases APC Governorship Forms for Kalu
By Oluwakemi Kindness A coalition of political stakeholders in Abia State has purchased the All Progressives Congress (APC) nomination and expression of interest forms for the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, urging him to contest the 2027 governorship election. The forms were presented in Abuja on Saturday by the group led […]
Workers’ Day: Kalu Backs Better Welfare Laws
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has hailed Nigerian workers for their resilience and contributions to national development, pledging sustained legislative action to improve their welfare. In a message marking International Workers’ Day on Friday, Kalu describes the nation’s workforce as the backbone of economic growth, commending their […]
Stakeholders, Youths Urge Deputy Speaker Kalu to Contest Governorship Race
By Oluwakemi Kindness Leaders and stakeholders from Isiala Ngwa North and South Local Government Areas of Abia State have intensified calls on the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, to contest the 2027 governorship election. The call was made during the inauguration of the Ikeoha Movement and the declaration of interest by […]
Speaker Abbas, Kalu Urge Christians to Pray for Nigeria at Easter
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, and the Deputy Speaker, Benjamin Kalu, have called on Nigerian Christians to sustain prayers for the nation and embrace unity as they celebrate Easter. In a statement issued on Saturday by his Special Adviser on Media, Musa Abdullahi Krishi, Speaker Abbas emphasised the […]
Kalu Condemns Fresh Killings in Kwara, Katsina, Benue
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has condemned the recent killings in Kwara, Katsina and Benue states, describing the attacks as senseless, barbaric and unacceptable. In a statement on Thursday, Kalu expresses deep sorrow over the loss of lives and destruction of property caused by the violent incidents. […]
PISE-P, BKF to Sponsor UTME Registration for 5,000 Abia Students
By: Oluwakemi Kindness The Peace in South East Project (PISE-P) and the Benjamin Kalu Foundation (BKF) have announced a new initiative to provide free UTME registration for 5,000 students across Abia State. The programme will cover the full Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) registration fees for beneficiaries drawn from all 17 Local Government Areas […]
Deputy Speaker Orders Immediate Repair of Ozuitem–Uzuakoli Road
By Oluwakemi Kindness Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has directed contractors handling the 5.5km Ozuitem–Uzuakoli Road in Bende Local Government Area of Abia State to immediately fix a failed section, insisting the road will not be commissioned until the defects are fully addressed. According to a statement issued by his […]