Popular online medium, Igbere TV, has congratulated the member representing Bende Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, as he clocks 49 on Tuesday.
In a statement personally signed and issued to journalists in Abuja, Executive Director of Igbere TV, Emeh James Anyalekwa described the lawmaker as a political colossus, political titan and primus inter pares in the 9th National Assembly.
“Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, MHR is a political colossus who has continued to bestride the Abia state political landscape,” he said, adding, “his actions inspire many admirers to dream more, learn more, do more and become more.”
Anyalekwa, who doubles as National President, Online Media Practitioners Association of Nigeria (OMPAN), further extolled the leadership qualities of Ben Kalu, describing him as a political leader of inestimable value; pragmatic, charitable and grassroots’ person.
“Your love for the development of your immediate constituency: Bende, Abia, Nigeria at large and commitment to good governance has made you a man of influence that many, today, strive to imitate you.
“No doubt, your earnestness and political astuteness has earned you the title, “the Peoples’ Honourable”, and plum position as spokesperson of the House of Representatives.
“A sagacious politician of repute, you are well-respected for your political tolerance and perseverance; you have come a long way to achieve a reputation that has made you a political colossus and mentor of all, particularly the youths.
“The immeasurable and invaluable contributions you have made to the development of Bende nation, within your short stay in the green chambers, is indelible in the minds of Abians.
“Your life symbolises the assured reward for single-minded commitment to the ideals of diligence, humility, perseverance, focus and dedicated service.
“While wishing you a joyous birthday, dear honourable, I pray that the Almighty God continue to guide, protect and grant you more fruitful years of contribution to nation building.
“On behalf of my humble self, members of staff of Igbere TV and my family, I wish you many more productive years in the service of our fatherland even as you celebrate today,” the Igbere TV boss and OMPAN president added.
