Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu Drops Political Bombshell in Abia ~By Onyeani Kalu
- Our NationNigeria
- Oct 4
- 2 min read
ONN Abia 03.10.2025
In what is fast gaining traction as an “unexpected federal bomb”, the Deputy Speaker of Nigeria’s House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, shook the political atmosphere this week with bold remarks directed at the Abia State Government.
Speaking at a high-level gathering, Kalu did not mince words. He openly challenged the state to “give Mr. President his flowers” in recognition of the Federal Government’s interventions, insisting that acknowledgment and cooperation would open the door for even greater benefits for Abia.
Observers in the audience were left stunned. Many had anticipated that his claims would be met with immediate pushback,perhaps a rebuttal from the Minister of Works or a counter-statement from Abia government officials. Instead, the stadium fell silent. No one rose to contest his assertions.
“Truth is like pregnancy, you can’t hide it for too long,” one attendee quipped, echoing the unspoken mood in the stadium.
Kalu went further, urging Governor Alex Otti to “do more,” stressing that given the federal support and projects already done and others lined up for the state, Abians should expect even greater dividends if state leadership complements Abuja’s momentum.
The remarks have sparked intense debate in political circles. Supporters hail the Deputy Speaker’s courage in “telling home truths,” while critics see it as a tactical move to position himself as the bridge between the Federal Government and Abia’s political future.
What remains certain is that Benjamin Kalu has, once again, proven his knack for commanding the stage and reshaping the conversation. Whether the Abia State Government will respond,or continue in silence,remains to be seen.
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