VIDEO: I’m Not A Thief, Nigeria Not Fair- Senator, Orji Uzor Kalu Weeps At Valedictory Session

The 9th Senate, having completed its four-year term, is currently conducting a valedictory session where senators are expressing their thoughts on their tenure in the Upper Chamber. CONTINUE READING

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Commencing the session at 10:59 am, Senate President Senator Ahmad Lawan described it as a special occasion, allowing senators to reflect on the journey that began on June 11, 2019, and concluded today.

The motion to initiate the process was moved by Senator Ibrahim Gobir, the Senate Leader representing Sokoto East, and seconded by Senator Philip Aduda, the Minority Leader from the FCT. CONTINUE READING

Leading the presentation, Deputy Senate President Senator Ovie Omo-Agegeof Delta Central urged the returning senators to support the incoming Senate leaders in achieving good governance. He expressed satisfaction that the 9th Senate had restored the annual budgeting cycle to January-December, passed the Petroleum Industry Act, and ensured the availability of the Electoral Act 2023 for the conduct of credible elections.

Vice President Kashim Shettima, representing Borno Central, advised the senators-elect to prioritize the stability of Nigeria over personal gain, urging them to vote wisely during the election of Presiding Officers for the progress of the country.

9th Senate: Orji Kalu cries out "I am not a thief, this country is not fair to some of us" pic.twitter.com/VutdoOee9e

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Senator Oluremi Tinubu of Lagos Central, the nation’s first lady in the Senate, highlighted the blessings bestowed upon Nigerians as prominent figures including the President, Vice President, First Lady, and Governors have passed through the Senate. She expressed optimism that the 10th Assembly would bring double grace.

During his speech, Senate Whip and former Governor of Abia State, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu representing Abia North, became emotional and shed tears while recounting his political journey and how he felt betrayed by those he had assisted in their political careers. Kalu, who began weeping at 1:19 pm, shared his experiences of political persecution and expressed gratitude for the unwavering support he received during his time in the Senate.

Kalu stated, “Before I came into politics, I could buy anything money can buy. I’m not a thief. Those that put me in prison know the reason. They took over my businesses and wanted to kill me yet I survived it, and I’m in the Senate with you. I have never lacked. While I was in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), where I served two terms as governor, I contributed the money they used to establish that party, every penny, in 1997 and 1998, and later I became a thief. People I gave transport money from my house in Victoria Island became agents. This is what Nigeria represents. Thank you for giving me these four years of uninterrupted support. This country is not fair.”

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