Kenneth Udeh, Abia
Senator representing Abia North, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu on Friday distributed no fewer than 800 motorcycles, 500 sewing machines, and other empowerment items to the people of Bende local government area in Abia North constituency.
This is in continuation of his efforts to empower the people of the constituency for self-reliance and enhanced economic opportunities.
Among the beneficiaries of the items include leaders of the All Progressive’s Congress and leaders of the OUK movement group.
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The 13 wards in Bende local government area benefitted from the items distributed which seeks to support the various vacations of the people.
The benefiting wards include; Igbere A, Igbere B, Alayi, Item A, Item B, Item C, Ugwueke/Ezeukwu, Umuhu, Ozuitem, Bende, Nkpaumuimenyi, Uzuakoli and Itumbuzo.
Recall, that few months ago Orji Kalu commenced the distribution of empowerment materials to his constituents in addition to other numerous infrastructure which he facilitated as part of the fulfillment of his campaign promises.
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During the previous exercise, Kalu had distributed a set of 350 motorcycles, 200 sewing machines, and other empowerment kits to Isuikwuato Local Government Area of Abia North senatorial district. That was followed by distribution of another set of 400 motorcycles and 150 generators to his constituents in Umunneochi Local Government Area.
Addressing the joyful beneficiaries who converged at his camp Neya Igbere country home, Kalu stated that the empowerment programme was in line with, and in continuation of his gesture in Umunneochi and Isuikwuto local councils.
He maintained that the exercise formed part of his agenda to uplift the living conditions of the people through the provision of items that will enhance the various vocations in which the people are engaged in.
He pointed out that the two remaining local governments in Abia North (Ohafia and Arochukwu) will adequately receive their own materials in due time.
The senator noted that such motivations would increase employment, improve productivity and reduce crime rate in the communities.
Expressing her Joy, one of the beneficiaries Mrs.Ifekwe Chike Ogwumba the woman leader Igbere ward B commended Kalu for the gesture, describing him as God’s sent. While commending him for his quality representation, Ifekwe said Kalu has fulfilled his electoral promises, she assured that the people promised will always support him in his political endeavour.
Her words; “my heart is overwhelmed by what Orji Uzor Kalu has been doing for me and the entire community. He is a good leader who does not disappoint because he has fulfilled more than what he promised us during the campaign.
“He is God’s sent and God-fearing since he became our Senator he has taken our welfare very seriously and we are very grateful to him for the roads, schools, and infrastructure which he has provided for us.
