{
  "id": 5323313,
  "title": "When Excellence Speaks: Celebrating Kalu as Lawmaker of the Year",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/when-excellence-speaks-celebrating-kalu-as-lawmaker-of-the-year",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-03T11:44:19.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/09/03/when-excellence-speaks-celebrating-kalu-as-lawmaker-of-the-year/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu PhD, CFR, the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, has been honored with the title of Lawmaker of the Year by Daily Times Newspaper. This recognition is a testament to his consistent performance, impact, and commitment to the people. Kalu's legislative journey is marked by a focus on leadership, innovation, and service to the Nigerian people.\n\nDuring his tenure as the Deputy Speaker of the 10th House of Representatives, Kalu has made significant contributions to various sectors, including constitutional reform, justice sector reform, education, agriculture, security, healthcare, infrastructure, and the economy. He has sponsored 134 bills, with five already enacted as Acts of the National Assembly, demonstrating his ability to bring forth meaningful legislation.\n\nBeyond his domestic achievements, Kalu has also represented Nigeria in international parliamentary platforms, serving as Chairman of the ECOWAS Parliament Committee on Administration, Finance and Budget. He has also participated in the Pan-African Parliament, the WTO Parliamentary Conference, and the Inter-Parliamentary Union.\n\nKalu's extensive academic background, including a Ph.D. in Public Policy and Strategic Studies, an LL.M in Terrorism and International Humanitarian Law, an MBA, and an LL.B (Hons.), complements his practical experience in governance and public policy. His public service career spans over two decades, with a strong foundation in grassroots activism as the Chairman of Bende Local Government Area and serving as Executive Adviser to the Governor of Abia State.\n\nThe recognition as Lawmaker of the Year at the Daily Times Nigeria @100 Centenary Awards validates Kalu's unwavering dedication to public service and his commitment to the development of Nigeria.",
  "summary": "By Udora Orizu Excellence does not always demand an introduction. Sometimes, it announces itself through consistency, impact and the unmistakable record of service. For the Deputy Speaker of the House",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}