Deputy Speaker of Nigeria’s House of Representatives, Ben Kalu, is reportedly preparing to make a significant political announcement in the coming weeks, amid rising support from within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and its grassroots structures in Abia State.
Party insiders say consultations have intensified in recent days, with senior figures in the All Progressives Congress and local mobilisers in Abia State rallying behind what they describe as a “strategic political realignment” expected to reshape the party’s influence in the South-East.
Although details of the planned declaration remain closely guarded, sources within the APC suggest that Kalu is positioning himself for a broader political role, with discussions ongoing around strengthening the party’s structure and electoral competitiveness in the region.
Grassroots supporters have reportedly stepped up mobilisation efforts, holding consultations and stakeholder meetings aimed at consolidating support ahead of the anticipated announcement.
Political observers note that any formal move by the Deputy Speaker would further heighten political activity in Abia and could signal a recalibration of alliances within the state’s evolving political landscape, especially as parties begin early positioning ahead of future elections.
Neither Kalu nor the APC leadership has officially confirmed the timing or nature of the expected declaration, but momentum continues to build as speculation grows across political circles in the South-East.
