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October 20, 2025
BEN OF BENDE

BEN OF BENDE

South East Development Commission

Federal University, Okigwe

Federal University of Medical Sciences, Bende

Federal University of Education, Bende

Police College, Bende

Solar-powered transmission lines, Bende

Nkpa Bridge, Bende

Other road, ICT, and borehole projects within and beyond his constituency

If you dislike Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu for any political reason, then you may not be a progressive-minded person.

Whether or not he chooses to run for governor is secondary — what is undeniable is that Ben has represented his people with distinction and carried himself with dignity.

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Arguably, Benjamin Kalu stands out as the most successful, functional, and impactful federal lawmaker the entire South-East has produced since 1999. If anyone believes otherwise, they should kindly mention who has done better.

My opinion is based on empirical evidence and objectivity, not on political sentiment.

That said, excellence in lawmaking does not automatically translate into being an excellent governor. Yet, there is no denying that Kalu has performed remarkably well and would be an interesting and credible option for ndi Abia should he decide to contest for governor.

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As the novel reminds us, “The Beautiful Ones Are Not Yet Born” — perhaps, this time, we might just have found one.

– Prof. Nnamdi Nwaeze

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