Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has praised President Bola Tinubu for his commitment to the development of the Igbo people, particularly highlighting the creation of the South East Development Commission (SEDC) as a significant step in addressing the region’s needs.
Kalu made these remarks on Saturday during an empowerment event organized by Chris Nkwonta, the lawmaker representing Ukwa East/Ukwa West Federal Constituency.
The event, held in Ndoki, Ukwa East Local Government Area, saw over 3,000 members of various political parties defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
During his speech, Kalu noted that the establishment of the SEDC had garnered widespread support in the region, with many more expected to join the APC due to the positive reception of the president’s efforts.
He emphasized that the Commission would address the pressing infrastructure challenges faced by the South East.
“The president has shown immense dedication to Ndigbo. He is the only leader who has remembered the Igbo after 54 years, fulfilling a promise of reconstruction, reconciliation, and rehabilitation that was made to them,” Kalu remarked.
The promise Kalu referred to stems from the “Three Rs” program introduced by former military leader Yakubu Gowon after the Nigerian Civil War, which took place from July 6, 1967, to January 13, 1970, aimed at reintegrating and rebuilding the nation.
