..........𝒂𝒔 𝒑𝒐𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒍 𝒑𝒍𝒂𝒚𝒆𝒓𝒔 𝒏𝒂𝒗𝒊𝒈𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒄𝒊𝒆𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝒑𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒚 𝒑𝒐𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒈𝒆 𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒊𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆𝒔 𝒕𝒐 𝒔𝒆𝒄𝒖𝒓𝒆 𝒑𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒓 This recent development in the Abia State political landscape has sparked discussions and debates among political observers.  The withdrawal of automatic tickets for Peter Obi and Governor Alex Otti by the Labour Party has left them with two options: join other political parties or contend with rival politicians in their already divided party. Hon. Chijioke Chukwu, a former Minority Leader of Abia State House of Assembly, has weighed in on this matter.  He has expressed his support for the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, who had earlier called on Governor Alex Otti to join the All Progressives Congress (APC).  According to Hon. Chukwu, RT hon Benjamin Kalu's position aligns with hon Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour's statement that the L

............𝒂𝒔 𝑵𝒊𝒈𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒂 𝒈𝒆𝒕𝒔 𝒊𝒕𝒔 𝒇𝒊𝒓𝒔𝒕 𝒈𝒐𝒍𝒅 𝒎𝒆𝒅𝒂𝒍 By Iyke Mba 08/09/2024 The deputy speaker of the house of representatives, Rt Hon Benjamin Kalu, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Miss Onyinyechi Mark, a proud daughter of Abia State, for securing Nigeria's first gold medal at the 2024 Paralympics.  Onyinyechi Mark emerged victorious in the women's 61kg powerlifting competition, setting a remarkable new world record in the process. This remarkable achievement is a true testament to Onyinyechi's resilience, determination, and unwavering courage.  Her dedication and hard work have not only brought immense honor and pride to our nation but have also served as an inspiration to all Nigerians, especially women. Onyinyechi's success on the world stage serves as a reminder of the incredible strength and capabilities of Nigerian women.  Her achievement is a shining example of what can be accomplished through hard work, persev

...........𝒂𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑨𝒃𝒊𝒂 𝒃𝒐𝒓𝒏 𝒏𝒂𝒗𝒚 𝒄𝒂𝒑𝒕𝒂𝒊𝒏 𝒎𝒂𝒌𝒆𝒔 𝑵𝒊𝒈𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒂 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒅 𝒊𝒏 𝑨𝒎𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒄𝒂  The prestigious title of Navy Captain is not easily achieved, and even more so for a Nigerian-American to reach such heights in the United States Navy.  That is why Rt Hon Benjamin Kalu, the deputy speaker of the house of representatives, is thrilled to congratulate his dear constituent and brother, Navy Captain Kelechi Ndukwe, on his promotion to Navy Captain.  This remarkable achievement not only reflects Ndukwe's personal determination and resilience but is also a testament to the hard work and dedication of our nation's citizens. Captain Ndukwe's promotion is a significant milestone, not only for him but also for his hometown of Item in Bende Federal Constituency Abia state and the entire nation of Nigeria.  It is a proud moment for our country to see one of our own reach such a prestigious rank in the U.S. Navy. It is a true reflection