Boma Achenimie 
The 10th Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas on Saturday described his Deputy, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, as a “worthy and dependable partner,” who has been a pillar of support to him.
The Speaker made this known in a birthday message issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Musa Abdullahi Krishi, to make the Deputy Speaker’s 53rd birthday celebration
Describing Kalu who represents Bende Federal Constituency of Abia State, Abbas said his Deputy has given a good account of himself as a democrat and a patriotic Nigerian since his first election to the House in 2019.
He said the sterling qualities of the Deputy Speaker stood him out since his re-election, leading to him unanimously elected as the Deputy Speaker on June 13, 2023.
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He said: “Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu is one Nigerian who deserves to be celebrated for his commitment, dedication, and zeal to nation-building.
“Since our emergence as Speaker and Deputy respectively on June 13, 2023, Rt. Hon. Kalu has been a worthy partner. He has been giving me all the necessary support in piloting the affairs of the House.
“I am quite thrilled by his good qualities. His contributions are worthy of commendation. He is an ally who shares my vision for the 10th House and the nation as a whole”
Speaker Abbas wished Kalu more fruitful years in sound health, asking God to grant the Deputy Speaker more wisdom as he continues with his service to the fatherland.
