By Paul Effiong, Abuja
Former Minister of State for Mines and Steel Development, Uche Ogah has promised to join forces with the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu to support President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 election.
This was contained in a statement signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Deputy Speaker, Levinus Nwabughiogu and made available to journalists in Abuja.
The statement explained that the former minister made this known when he paid a coutesy visit to the deputy speaker in Umuahia, Abia State.
It informed that the ex-minister, who is also the Chairman of Master Energy Oil, lauded the deputy speaker for his legislative legacies, especially in sponsoring the bill that established the South East Development Commission, SEDC.
In his address during the visit, Ogah urged urged his host not to relent in championing the cause of Ndi Igbo.
The collaboration between Ogah and Kalu is seen by many as a strategic move to strengthen support for Tinubu’s agenda in Abia State and the South East region.
“We will put in everything we have including our resources. It is a team work and I can tell you that we have a structure and when we come out to support anybody, that structure will give you victory. Thank you so far for the work you are doing within the region. Thank you for the South East Development Commission, for the purpose of reconstruction, reconciliation and rehabilitation; something that has been denied us since 1970 has now come to realisation.
“We encourage you to do more for Igbo people. We are very grateful. We believe that the future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.
“I believe that everyone of us has a place and whatever God has proposed for each and everyone of us will come to fulfillment in due season. Thank you so much”.
In his welcome remarks, the deputy speaker disclosed that Ogah’s decision to join hands with him to support the president in 2027 is a welcome development, adding that plans are underway to showcase Tinubu’s achievements across the South East region.
“We share a lot in common. You bring a lot of value to politics. We all have our values. I will be the last person to ignore what you are capable of doing in Abia politics. We need you to be on board with all the investments you have made in Abia politics, working for the people and the region.
“When I had tete -a-tete with him, he said he is fully on board. Even without saying it, I have seen that Ogah is on board. We are going to tour even outside the South East, showcasing what the president has done and preparing men for 2027. Unity is strength. If we work together we achieve results. There are thousands of people out there waiting to get on board”, he said.
