A fresh political confrontation has erupted in Abia State following a strongly worded response from the Office of Senator , representing Abia North, dismissing allegations made by the Labour Party as “false and misleading.”

In a press statement issued on March 17, 2026, and signed by George Maduka, the senator’s office accused the Abia State chapter of the of distorting facts and misrepresenting recent remarks attributed to Kalu.

The statement specifically took aim at comments linked to the administration of Governor , alleging that the Labour Party’s response was politically motivated and lacking factual substance. It described the criticism against Kalu as an attempt to equate “passionate political speech” with incitement, an interpretation the senator’s office firmly rejected.

According to the release, Senator Kalu maintains a long-standing democratic record and challenged his critics to provide evidence of any involvement in electoral malpractice. The statement further alleged that the senator had, in the past, been a victim of manipulated electoral processes, while also accusing political opponents of engaging in actions aimed at undermining his support base.

The response also raised concerns about governance under the current Abia administration, citing what it described as rising social challenges, including insecurity and youth-related vices. It claimed that such issues were either inadequately addressed or politically exploited.

On infrastructure, the senator’s office argued that many ongoing projects across key areas such as Aba, Umuahia, Ohafia, and Bende were continuations of foundations laid during Kalu’s tenure as governor. It called on the present administration to account for what it described as unprecedented financial allocations to the state, questioning the pace and quality of project delivery.

The statement further alleged discrepancies in wage payments, pension settlements, and public spending priorities, including claims of high expenditures on travel and media engagements. It also called for a forensic audit of the state’s finances, asserting that transparency would clarify the utilisation of public funds.

Additionally, the senator’s office dismissed criticisms relating to Kalu’s personal wealth and assets, stating that his business success predated his entry into politics and was built through private enterprise.

In a broader political context, the statement suggested that recent attacks against Kalu were indicative of growing tension ahead of future electoral contests, maintaining that the senator retains significant grassroots support across Abia North.

It concluded by urging the Labour Party-led government to prioritise governance and address pressing legal and administrative issues, while asserting that the electorate would ultimately judge the performance of political actors based on tangible results.

The Labour Party has yet to issue an official response to the latest claims as of press time.