•Bags Legislator of-the-Year LEEX Award
By Christiana Ekpa
Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu has urged governments at all levels to prioritize more investments in education and human capital development.
He also said that more attention is needed to be paid to infrastructural development in the country.
A press release by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Levinus Nwabughiogu on Sunday stated that Kalu’s call was contained in his keynote address at the 5th IG Leadership Excellence Awards 2023 held Saturday night in Abuja.
Speaking on the topic “Excellence in Leadership: The Nigerian Context”, Kalu as the Key Note Speaker, represented at the event by the lawmaker representing Ukwa East/Ukwa West Federal Constituency of Abia State in the House of Representatives, Hon. Chris Nkwonta, highlighted other key aspects of excellence in leadership, noting that public service under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is receiving excellence.
The Deputy Speaker, who was also honored with the ‘Best Legislator of the Year’ Award at the event, said, “investing in education and human capital development is vital for the long-term growth and progress of Nigeria. Leaders should prioritize quality education and skills training to equip the Nigerian workforce with the necessary tools to compete in the global economy. Nigeria has a large population of young people who hold the potential to drive innovation, economic growth, and social progress. By equipping them with the necessary skills and opportunities, we can create a generation of leaders who will continue to uphold excellence in leadership.
“Adequate infrastructure is essential for economic growth and social development. Leaders should prioritize infrastructure projects that improve transportation, power supply, healthcare facilities, and access to clean water, among other critical areas.”
