5th May, 2024
President Bola Tinubu has extended his warm congratulations to the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, on his birthday.
A statement by the President’s Special Adviser on Media & Strategy, Ajuri Ngelale, said: “The Deputy Speaker is of a remarkable leadership trajectory – from serving as Chairman of Bende Local Government Area in Abia State at a young age; to offering his expertise as Senior Special Assistant to a governor, and to winning the seat for Bende Federal Constituency in 2019.
“The President joins family, friends, and members of the National Assembly to celebrate an exceptional gentleman who has broken concrete moulds to rise through the political ladder.
“President Tinubu commends Mr. Kalu for his avowed devotion to the cause of building a united and prosperous nation where all Nigerians can thrive.
“The President prays to God Almighty to grant the Deputy Speaker many more years in fine health, while wishing him renewed vigour and success in his service to the nation”.