Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu: A Profile in Leadership and Reform
Benjamin Okezie Kalu is a standout figure in Nigerian politics—merging effective governance, constitutional reform, regional development, and educational innovation. His journey from local leadership to Deputy Speaker, coupled with his humanitarian outreach and reformist agenda, offers a compelling narrative of service-driven leadership. He is the Deputy Speaker, 10th House of Representatives (June 2023 – present), overseeing legislative administration and public affairs. Rt hon Benjamin Kalu represents Bende Federal Constituency, Abia State, he was first elected in 2019 and re-elected for the 10th Assembly. His commitment to constitutional Reform and inclusive governance is quite impressive, Rt Hon Benjamin Kalu chairs the house committee on the Review of the 1999 constitution, driving wide-ranging reforms including state creation, state police, independent candidacy, and women’s inclusion. Under his leadership, 161 amendment proposals have been collected, foste...