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Dec

2023

Deputy Speaker, Kalu Hials SGF Akume at 70

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Deputy Speaker, Kalu Hials SGF Akume at 70 The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt Hon Benjamin Okezie Kalu has congratulated the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume as he marks his 70th birthday on December 27. Kalu in a congratulatory message by his special assistant on Press Affairs, Udora Orizu described the former governor of Benue State as a consummate politician, patriot and democrat who's committed to the development of Benue and Nigeria as a whole. He also recalled that Akume served the country diligently as a Senator in the National Assembly,…

Dec

2023

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YULETIDE: Kalu Celebrates with Christians, Preaches Peace, Love

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YULETIDE: Kalu Celebrates with Christians, Preaches Peace, Love The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu has rejoiced with Nigerian Christians on the occasion of this year’s Christmas, calling for peace, love and unity among citizens. Kalu in a statement by his Special Assistant on Press Affairs, Udora Orizu noted that Christmas which is marked to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, calls for reflection, emulation and dedication to his teachings and ways. He enjoin Christians and indeed Nigerians in general to pray for the country amidst challenges, and show love and kindness to one…

Dec

2023

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Anambra Gov, Soludo endorses PISE-P, Says Kalu is worthy son of Igboland… He’s passionate about Nigeria’s devt

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Anambra Gov, Soludo endorses PISE-P, Says Kalu is worthy son of Igboland… He's passionate about Nigeria's devt The Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu has commiserated with Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State, over the demise of his father. Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Soludo has endorsed the Peace in South East Project (PISE-P) which canvasses for a non kinetic means of resolving the security challenges in the region. Soludo who lauded the project championed by the deputy speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu described the top federal lawmaker as a worthy son of…

Dec

2023

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Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Achebe endorses PISE-P To Combat Insecurity

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Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Achebe endorses PISE-P To Combat Insecurity The Obi of Onitsha, Nnaemeka Alfred Achebe has endorsed the non kinetic approach of resolving the violence in the south east region of the country. It will be recalled that the approach is being canvassed by the Peace in South East Project (PISE-P) initiated by the members of the national Assembly from the region led by the deputy speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu. The initiative has also received massive support and endorsement from the presidency, the national Assembly leadership, the business and corporate worlds,…

Dec

2023

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Kalu Calls For More Mentorship Trainings for Young Political Leaders

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Kalu Calls For More Mentorship Trainings for Young Political Leaders Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu says Nigeria's future lies on the shoulders of the youths. The Deputy Speaker, House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu has called for resources to be put together for the mentoring and training of young political leaders who will take over governance and public service in the future. Kalu made the call on Monday in Abuja at the 2nd legislative mentorship initiative (LMI) in Abuja, with the topic, 'Effective Parliamentary Debating & Public Speaking'. The programme under the aegis of the National Institute for Legislative…

Dec

2023

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Kalu celebrates Akpabio on 61st birthday

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Kalu celebrates Akpabio on 61st birthday Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt Hon. Benjamin Kalu has felicitated the President of the Senate, Sen. Godswill Akpabio, on his 61st birthday. In a congratulatory message by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Levinus Nwabughiogu on Friday, Kalu lauded Akpabio's democratic credentials, saying that his patriotic zeal, dedication and commitment to the Nigerian project are commendable. He said that Akpabio who was a two term governor of Akwa Ibom State, former minority leader of the 8th Senate and minister of Niger Delta Affairs in the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari has brought…

Dec

2023

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2024 Budget: Reps ‘ll seek more accountability from security agencies- Speaker Abbas

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2024 Budget: Reps 'll seek more accountability from security agencies- Speaker Abbas House of Representatives will demand more accountability from the security agencies on the performance of their budgetary allocations, the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas (Ph.D) has said. He emphasised that the judicious use of the funds will yield far reaching results in the fight against terrorism and insurgency amongst other issues within the security sector. Speaker Abbas made the disclosure while giving his remarks at the opening of the international roundtable on "The Role of the Parliament in the Security Sector Governance and Reform in…

Nov

2023

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Reps Committed to Stopping Mass Exodus of Health Workers, Says Kalu *Seeks partnership with Turkey on S’East security initiative

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Reps Committed to Stopping Mass Exodus of Health Workers, Says Kalu *seeks partnership with Turkey on S'East security initiative *as Turkish govt mulls medical school, furniture academy in Nigeria The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu has expressed the parliament's readiness to support efforts that will increase more skilled health workers in the country and curtail the mass exodus of health workers seeking greener pastures abroad. Kalu stated this when he received a delegation from a Turkish company, Duysiad Group and Flekssit Office Furniture Limited, led by its President and Member of board, Ahmet…

Nov

2023

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Engineering Critical in Achieving Economic Growth, Speaker Tajudeen. *Promises legislative support

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Engineering Critical in Achieving Economic Growth, Speaker Tajudeen *promises legislative support Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt Hon. Abbas Tajudeen PhD, on Tuesday said that the intersection of engineering and governance is significant in the pursuit of sustainable growth and development. Tajudeen stated this in Abuja while delivering his remarks at the: '2023 NSE National Engineering Conference, Exhibition and Annual General Meeting, themed: Re-Engineering the manufacturing sector for competitiveness and enhanced economic growth. Represented by the Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, the Speaker said the theme of the event aligns with national goals, which emphasizes the vital…

Nov

2023

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Nigerian govt committed to innovation, responsible use of Artificial Intelligence-Kalu …seeks collaboration towards protection of digital rights

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Nigerian govt committed to innovation, responsible use of Artificial Intelligence-Kalu …seeks collaboration towards protection of digital rights Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu has emphasized the commitment of the federal government in the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to improve the economy. He however warned that the government will not condone any form of abuse that will affect national security. Kalu made the disclosure during a courtesy visit to him by a delegation from Meta Platforms Inc. (formerly Facebook) led by the Vice President, (Africa, Middle East & Turkey), Mr. Kojo Boakye and…