Deputy Speaker tasks Nigerian students on reading culture

By Christiana Ekpa

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu has asked Nigerian students to rekindle the reading culture, stressing that it’s key to understanding the world and finding innovative solutions to societal challenges.
He emphasized that imbibing reading culture opens up a world of knowledge, broadens horizons, and empowers the students with wisdom.
Kalu gave the advise while delivering his speech as a special guest of honour at a Young Leadership Clinic event, for School Prefects from Senior Secondary Schools across FCT, held on Thursday at Social Science Lecture Theatre, University of Abuja.
The Deputy Speaker who spoke on the theme, “Demands of Leadership” was represented by his Chief of Staff, Hon. Toby Okechukwu.
He made reference to great leaders like Nnamdi Azikiwe, Ahmadu Bello, and Obafemi Awolowo, who shaped the nation’s history, through their commitment to education and passion for reading.
Kalu recalled that his foray into leadership began as a school prefect during his secondary school years, where his sense of responsibility and dedication shone brightly.
He said leadership demands a profound understanding of the complex world, empathy for the challenges faced by the fellow citizens, and unwavering dedication to the betterment of the society.
The Deputy Speaker while advising the students to remember that knowledge is a powerful tool, added that tomorrow belongs to those who prepares for it.