Former Minister of State for Mines and Steel Development, Dr. Uchechukwu Sampson Ogah, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, on being conferred the national honour of Commander of the Order of the Niger (CON) by President Bola Tinubu.

In a statement issued on Wednesday, Dr. Ogah described the award as a call to greater duty and an affirmation of Kalu’s growing national responsibilities. He expressed confidence that Kalu’s distinguished track record in public service would ensure continued effective representation and legislative contributions for the benefit of the nation, particularly the people of Abia State.

Dr. Ogah also congratulated other recipients of the national honours and thanked President Tinubu for recognizing their contributions. He concluded with prayers for Kalu’s continued growth and wisdom.