Deputy Speaker, Kalu Assures Christains of Inclusion in President Tinubu’s Government

By Iyojo Ameh

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has provided assurance to the Church of its place within the government led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

Kalu emphasized that Christians are an integral part of the new administration in the country.

This announcement was made during an award ceremony at the Methodist Church, Wuse, Abuja Cathedral.

The event was organized to confer the title of Knight of John Wesley on former House member Hon. Sam Onigbo and his wife.

During his speech, Kalu highlighted the mandate he received from the people of his Bende federal constituency in Abia State, expressing gratitude for the support of the APC government and his parliamentary colleagues, which has resulted in one of their own attaining a position of authority.

Kalu assured the Church of his unwavering support and urged its members to endorse the government’s people-oriented policies. He stated, “The government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu means well for the country. It has many people-oriented policies and programs to improve the lives of citizens. This administration is committed to making our country a better place for everyone. All I ask for is your continued support for the administration.”

Addressing concerns of those who may have felt excluded from government, Kalu extended an invitation for collaboration, saying, “If there are things that are difficult for you to achieve because you feel you are not part of the government, do not worry anymore; my office is open. Just a little knock on the door, and the door shall be open. The Bible says, ‘ask and you shall receive, knock and the door shall be open unto you.’ I believe that we are part of this government that wants to grow the nation that all of us will be proud of. One of yours in the Methodist Church is there, and I can assure you, I would provide the shield, protection, and the support needed for the church.”