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Press Release From the Office of the Deputy Speaker, House of Representatives
September 25, 2026
Deputy Speaker, Kalu Decries Devastating Flooding in Bende, Commiserates with Victims
...Urges Urgent Help from NEMA, SEMA
Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, PhD, CFR, has expressed deep concern over the devastating flood in Ugwueke, Amaokai, Amaeze and Ezeukwu communities in Bende Local Government Area which also constitutes Bende Federal Constituency of Abia State.
Reports indicate that two persons lost their lives after two days of torrential rainfall that submerged many homes, including the palaces of two traditional rulers, Eze Ifeanyi Owo of Amaeze Community and Eze Gilbert Chukwu of Amaokai community in the federal constituency.
In a statement, Kalu who represents Bende Federal Constituency, described the incident as tragic and heartbreaking, and extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and all those affected.
He called on the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) and other relevant agencies to urgently intervene with relief materials and support to cushion the impact on victims.
Kalu further assured the affected communities of his continued commitment to engaging relevant federal agencies to address the ecological challenges in the area and prevent future occurrence.
Bende federal consistency is hard-hit by ecological problems, the biggest seen in Uzuakoli electoral ward which has claimed many lives and buildings already.
The Deputy Speaker also prayed for the peaceful repose of the departed souls and for strength and quick recovery for all victims of the disaster.
Signed:
Levinus Nwabughiogu, Chief Press Secretary to the Deputy Speaker, House of Representatives, Federal Republic of Nigeria
