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2023: “Your re-election means more Dev’t for us” – Umuasua, Otamba, others pledge votes for Sen.Kalu
Several other wards in Isuikwuato Local Government Area have joined their counterparts in declaring solidarity towards the re-election of Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District , Senator Orji Uzor Kalu.
According to the electorates their decision to back Kalu who is the Chief Whip of the Senate is hinged on his performance in his first term which their described as “outstanding”, noting that he’s return to the 10th assembly would guarantee the facilitation of more developmental projects to their areas in addition to the ones he already executed in his first term.
Kalu had on Thursday commenced a campaign tour of 103 ABSIEC WARDS in his Abia-North Senatorial District to seek re-election bid to the Nigerian Senate.
Kalu , the candidate of the All Progressive’s Congress (APC) received the endorsements of his constituents on Friday when he extended his campaign tour to seven wards in Isuikwuato Local Government Area namely; Nulya Amaiyi Obinaohia ward 5, Mgbelu Umunnekwu ward 11, Umunnekwu Agbo ward 6, Eluama ward 4, Obialiugo ward 12, Otamba ward 3 and Umuasua ward.
At Nulya Amaiyi Obinaohia ward 5 , scores of residents led by the Ward’s APC Youth Leader, Uche Edom acknowledged Kalu’s impacts impacts in their community stating that though the road leading to their immediate was yet to the constructed they were however optimistic that Kalu’s re-election would guarantee its construction.
Similarly, constituents of Umunnekwu ward 11 ratified Kalu’s reelection bid stating that his election into the 10th Senate would give the Lawmaker additional opportunity to consolidate on his infrastructural drive in their community.
Speaking at the gathering where Kalu had arrived with his campaign team, Secretary of OUK Movement Umunnekwu , Nnamdi Aguoha noted that judging by Kalu’s exploits in his first term they had seen the difference between the Senate Chief Whip and other past and current Lawmakers.
Aguoha declared the community’s resolve to align with Kalu, ” We have seen the difference because you have opened our eyes to what we never knew was possible to be done by lawmakers, with what you have done in just two and a half years at the Senate , we are sure that your return will bring us more development”.
Subsequently, at Obialugo Ward 12, Orji Kalu was said to have become a household name as disclosed by the President General of Umuobiala , Chief Peter Onozie which he said is as a result of the fulfilment Kalu’s 2019 promise to construct their road.
Peter revealed the community’s consensus to vote overwhelmingly for Kalu; “We are full of appreciation for the construction of this road , to say the least you don’t need to campaign because you’re like a good product that sells itself without advertisement”.
“You came here in 2019 and promised to do this road and you didn’t disappoint, we are also pleased that you have disclosed that you’ll extend it from “Amaise” to “Umuokogbo”, we know no other candidate except you and come 25th of February we shall cast our votes massively in your favour”.
It was no different at Eluama and Umuasua Wards where the residents applauded Senator Kalu for the projects he attracted to their communities which included the construction of their rural roads, installation of solar street lights, sinking of water boreholes, renovation of schools and health centres, youths and women empowerment, business grants and so many others.
Kalu pledged to persevere on actions that will improve the lives of his people and provide opportunities that will engender human capital development for the sustainable growth of Abia North Senatorial District, Abia State and Nigeria in general.
He described the numerous projects he attracted and executed as part of measures put in place to absorb the teeming youths of Abia North, Abia State and Nigeria in general and bring economic prosperity to the people.
He also promised more development projects in the Senatorial District when reelected in 2023. Kalu sought the understanding of the electorates, he reminded them that prior to his tenure nothing was in place saying that roads and other infrastructures will be extended to each community when he returns.
“Development is a continuous process; I will do more for Abia North and Abia State in general when I am reelected”.
“I am not here to tell stories, but to interact with you on more things we can do ,you have seen for yourselves what I am capable of doing. Some are talking about the roads not being extended into their Wards, but don’t forget that in 2019 there was nothing in place not until I came.
“So be rest assured that the road and other infrastructures will be expanded once I return to the Senate. We are not interested in telling stories, but matching words with action.
“Some of your former and existing Lawmakers told you that Parliamentarians don’t build roads but you can see that I have been able to prove them wrong. The Uuru road has already commenced and we are also extending the road from “Amaise to Umuokogba”, at Umuasua same thing will be done from “Amukwu to Amaebo”.
Community stakeholders who hosted Kalu and his entourage were; Secretary OUK Movement Obinaohia, Elder Christian Omereonye; Isuamawu APC Ward 4 Chairman, Amb. Nwachinemere Eugene, Isuamawu Women Leader, Mrs. Eberechi Charles ; APC LGA Secretary, Rufus Emeka Ukowu; Obialugo Ward 12 OUK Movement Secretary, Ogbonna Onyekachi ; President General Otampa, Nathaniel Ndukwe and others.
The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio has commended Senator Basheer Lado, for redefining the Office of the Special Adviser to the President on Senate Matters, stating that, for the first time in a long while, the office is fully meeting its expectations.
Speaking during his visit to the office of the Special Adviser to the President on Senate Matters accompanied by distinguished senators, Akpabio described the visit as a significant step in strengthening Executive-Legislative relations.
He praised the Special Adviser and his team for maintaining the confidentiality of communications between the President and Senate, and also, ensuring a seamless flow of information. He further emphasized that the office is now more result-oriented.
Additionally, he acknowledged the office’s diligent efforts in tracking all Bills passed by the Senate and assented to by the President, underscoring its critical role in legislative efficiency.
Expressing his satisfaction, Akpabio noted that he and the Senate delegation were proud of the office’s achievements and looked forward to sustaining the existing cordial and productive relationship between the Executive and the Legislature throughout the administration.
In recognition of his exemplary leadership, Senator Lado presented an Award of Excellence to Senator Akpabio.
In his remarks, Senator Lado reaffirmed his commitment to fostering a harmonious working relationship between the Executive and the Legislature. He lauded Akpabio for his unwavering dedication to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda—defending it with clarity, articulating it with passion, and advancing it through legislative action.
Ahead of the 2025 political party Congresses, Plateau State Chapter of the Labour Party (LP) stakeholders has endorsed the defection of the candidate of the party in the 2023 general elections and the leader of Justice and Rebirth, Barr Gyang Zi SAN, to the All Progressive Congress (APC) with the view to key into the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu.
They made the call in a communique issued at the end of the enlarge meeting of the stakeholders from Plateau North senatorial zone at the residence of Barr. Gyang Zi in Rayfield Jos.
The communique which was jointly signed by Dr. Ayiki Sati Director General, Justice and Rebirth and
Barr. Samuel Galadima- 2024 Chairmanship candidate of Jos East LGA among others said the call became imperative on the sideline of the leadership tussle at the National Level which violates the core principles and values for the formation of the Party as an alternative for Nigeria for the protection, sustenance of democracy and Social Justice.
They regretted that the leadership tussle has also divided the party into factions leaving party loyalists and supporters in the state of despondency and confusion not knowing where they belong.
Our correspondent reports that the gathering included LP candidates from the 2023/2024 general elections, party executives, and support groups from the six local government areas of the Northern Senatorial District.
Besides, the focus of the discussions was centered on the state of the Labour Party at both national and state levels and the need for political realignment ahead of the 2025 party congresses and conventions.
The stakeholders further frowned at the structural weaknesses in LP and resolved to advise Barr Gyang Zi, to leave the party and join the APC while expressing confidence that the APC would provide him with a platform to advance good governance in the state .
The communique also emphasized the importance of political consultations, particularly with APC leaders at both state and national levels. It called for collaboration with Plateau State APC leaders, including Minister of Humanitarian Affairs Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda Goshwe, Sen. Simon Bako Lalong, Sen. Diket Plang, and other party officials.
According to the communique, supporters of Barr Gyang Zi also pledged to mobilize grassroots support for the APC, stating that their leader’s defection would strengthen the party in the state.
They urged the APC leadership to formally receive Gyang Zi and his supporters into the party, marking their official transition from the Labour Party.
Stakeholders also reiterated the need for inclusive governance, ensuring that youths, women, and less privileged individuals are sidelined in the democratic process and accordingly officially denounced their membership in the Labour Party, declaring their support for the APC.
They assured that all LP structures aligned with Gyang Zi would follow suit, shifting their loyalty to the ruling party in the state and at the National level.
Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has extended his heartfelt felicitation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, on the occasion of his 73rd birthday.
Governor Ododo in statement signed by his special adviser on media, Ismaila Isah described President Tinubu as a statesman whose leadership and dedication to national development continue to inspire hope and progress across Nigeria.
He commended the President’s unwavering commitment to the Renewed Hope Agenda, which is driving economic reforms, strengthening national unity, and advancing the nation’s democratic values.
“On behalf of the government and people of Kogi State, I celebrate Mr President and our father on this special day. Your resilience, visionary leadership, and patriotism have laid a strong foundation for Nigeria’s growth. We deeply appreciate your tireless efforts in repositioning our country for sustainable development,” Governor Ododo stated.
He further reaffirmed his support for President Tinubu’s administration and prayed for continued wisdom, strength, and good health for the President as he leads Nigeria toward greater prosperity, sustainable development, peace and stability.
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