Senator Orji Uzor Kalu Sponsors Bill to Establish Social Welfare Service of Nigeria, Targets Poverty Eradication

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, representing Abia North Senatorial District, has taken a bold legislative step aimed at combating extreme poverty and improving the living conditions of vulnerable Nigerians. On Thursday, October 9, shortly after the Senate’s plenary session, Senator Kalu announced that he had sponsored a bill seeking to establish the Social Welfare Service of Nigeria (SWSN) — a groundbreaking initiative designed to tackle the pressing challenge of poverty and promote inclusive national development.

The bill, which successfully passed its first reading in the Nigerian Senate, marks a significant milestone in the country’s ongoing efforts to institutionalize social support systems for disadvantaged citizens. The proposed Social Welfare Service of Nigeria will focus on implementing programs and policies that provide direct assistance, empowerment opportunities, and financial relief to the nation’s most vulnerable populations.

Expressing satisfaction with the bill’s progress, Senator Kalu emphasized that the initiative aligns with his long-standing commitment to improving social welfare and promoting economic equality. He described the proposed institution as a “strategic framework to uplift lives, reduce inequality, and ensure that no Nigerian is left behind.”

Beyond his legislative push for social welfare reform, Senator Kalu also met with the executives of the South East Development Commission (SEDC) to review their ongoing projects and assess their performance. As the Chairman of the Senate Committee on the SEDC, Kalu reaffirmed his dedication to transparency, accountability, and the effective utilization of public resources to achieve sustainable development across the South East region and the nation at large.

He noted that his leadership of the committee is guided by a strong belief that development initiatives must deliver “tangible, measurable impact” on the lives of ordinary citizens. The Senator commended the SEDC’s progress so far but stressed the need for continuous improvement to ensure the commission fulfills its mandate of promoting regional growth and national unity.

Senator Kalu’s dual focus on social welfare and regional development underscores his unwavering commitment to nation-building and people-centered governance. As the Social Welfare Service of Nigeria Bill continues its legislative journey, many Nigerians remain optimistic about its potential to institutionalize support for the poor, foster inclusive economic growth, and create a lasting framework for poverty eradication.

With this move, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu continues to demonstrate purposeful leadership aimed at transforming Nigeria’s socio-economic landscape — a vision anchored on compassion, equity, and sustainable progress.