The Club 17 Peace Initiative has extended warm congratulations to the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, following his emergence as the winner of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election for the Bende Federal Constituency ahead of the 2027 general elections. The group described the victory as a reflection of the confidence and trust the people and party members have continued to place in his leadership and representation.
In a statement issued on behalf of the organization, the Chairman of Club 17 Peace Initiative, Prince George Nnana, commended Rt. Hon. Kalu for what he termed a well-deserved and inspiring victory. He noted that Kalu’s dedication to effective representation, grassroots empowerment, and commitment to the development of Bende Federal Constituency have continued to endear him to the people.
The group also congratulated all other successful candidates who emerged during the APC primary elections conducted yesterday across various constituencies and positions. According to the statement, the peaceful conduct of the exercise and the emergence of candidates through democratic processes have further strengthened the unity and preparedness of the party ahead of the 2027 polls.
Club 17 Peace Initiative reaffirmed its total loyalty and support to the APC and all its candidates, pledging to mobilize support at the grassroots level to ensure victory for the party in the forthcoming general elections. The organization stressed the need for party faithful to remain united, focused, and committed to the collective goal of sustaining good governance and strengthening the party’s dominance in Abia State and beyond.
The statement further urged APC members and supporters to close ranks after the primaries and work together in harmony for the success of the party. Prince George Nnana reiterated that Club 17 Peace Initiative remains committed to promoting peace, unity, and political stability while supporting credible leadership capable of delivering meaningful development to the people.
