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Biography
Early Life & Education
Personal Life
Career
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Net Worth
Social Media
Biography
Orji Uzor Kalu (born April 21, 1960) is a distinguished Nigerian political and business personality. His exploits in both spheres have earned him a place in the country’s political and economic history. As the Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District, he is an influential voice in the Nigerian Senate and currently serves as the Chief Whip of the House.
Orji Uzor Kalu is also renowned for his astute business acumen, as evidenced by his chairmanship of SLOK Holding, a leading conglomerate in Nigeria with interests in shipping, banking, trading, manufacturing, and publishing. He has a controlling stake in two of Nigeria’s most prominent newspapers, The Daily Sun and New Telegraph, which have helped shape the country’s media landscape.
Before his political career, Orji Uzor Kalu held various positions in the private sector, including Chairman of the Borno Water Board and Cooperative and Commerce Bank Limited. He was also the Governor of Abia State for two terms, from 1999 to 2007, during which he introduced innovative policies that transformed the state’s economy.
Orji Uzor Kalu has had a remarkable political journey, having started as a member of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) before joining the Progressive Peoples Alliance (PPA), where he ran as the party’s presidential candidate in the April 2007 general election. He belongs to the All Progressive Congress (APC), one of Nigeria’s major political parties. His political career has been characterized by his passion for service to his people and his dedication to positively impacting the lives of Nigerians.
FACTS & ABOUT DATA
Full Name: Orji Uzor Kalu
Stage Name: Uzor Kalu
Born: 21 April 1960 (age 63 years old)
Place of Birth: Abia, Nigeria
State Of Origin: Abia State
Nationality: Nigerian
Height: 1.65 m
Parents: Johnson Uzor Nesiegbe Kalu, Eunice Uzor Kalu
Siblings: Mascot Uzor Kalu, Nnanna Uzor Kalu
Spouse: Ifeoma Orji Uzor Kalu (m. 1989)
Girlfriend • Partner: N/A
Children: Neya Kalu, Michael Uzor Kalu, Olivia Kalu, Nicole Kalu
Occupation: Politician • Businessman
Net Worth: $330 million
Early Life & Education
Orji Uzor Kalu, a well-known Nigerian politician and businessman, was born and bred in Abia state, Nigeria, on April 21, 1960. He was born to a prominent Nigerian businessman, Johnson Uzor Nesiegbe Kalu, and Mrs. Eunice Uzor Kalu. Along with his two younger brothers, Mascot Uzor Kalu and Nnanna Uzor Kalu, who are also carving a niche in business, he was brought up in a family that values education, hard work, and entrepreneurship.
Orji Uzor Kalu‘s academic journey was exciting, as he attended some of the most prestigious schools in Nigeria, including Christ the King School, Aba, Government College Umuahia, and Barewa College, Zaria, before proceeding to the University of Maiduguri, where he studied political science. While studying, he became a student activist and participated in the “Ali Must Go” riots against the education minister, which resulted in his suspension from the university. Nevertheless, he persevered, left school, and established a successful business.
In addition to his political career, Orji Uzor Kalu has obtained a degree from Abia State University, a Certificate in Business Administration from Harvard University, and honorary doctorates from Maiduguri and Abia State University. He has established himself as a respected businessman, with a significant stake in SLOK Holding and major stakes in The Daily Sun and New Telegraph newspapers. Before his tenure as a public servant, he was chairman of the Borno Water Board and Cooperative and Commerce Bank Limited.
Orji Uzor Kalu, who initially belonged to the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), contested as the Progressive Peoples Alliance (PPA) presidential candidate in the April 2007 general election before becoming a member of the All Progressive Congress (APC) today. He is the Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District and the Chief Whip of the House of Senate in the Federal Republic of Nigeria, having served as the Governor of Abia State from 1999 to 2007.
Personal Life
In December, precisely in 1989, the prominent Nigerian politician and businessman Orji Uzor Kalu exchanged marital vows with his beloved wife, Ifeoma Orji Uzor Kalu, in a blissful ceremony in his hometown of Igbere, Abia State.
This love union has been blessed with the joy of four lovely children, who are the pride and joy of their parents. Their names are Neya Kalu, Michael Uzor Kalu, Olivia Kalu, and Nicole Kalu.
It’s heartwarming to see such a successful man share his life and love with a partner who has been a pillar of strength and support and their beautiful children.
Career
Orji Uzor Kalu‘s rise from a humble beginning to a prominent businessman is a tale of grit and determination. With a meager $35 borrowed from his mother, he began trading palm oil and gradually expanded his business portfolio.
His shrewd business acumen led him to venture into buying and selling furniture on a larger scale, and he soon established a conglomerate of thriving companies under the umbrella of SLOK Holding. These included Ojialex Furniture Company and Adamawa Publishers Limited, contributing significantly to his wealth and success.
Orji Uzor Kalu‘s entrepreneurial drive and philanthropic activities earned him numerous awards, including the prestigious National Merit Award from President Ibrahim Babangida, which recognized his remarkable achievements in business and community service. However, his illustrious career was marred by controversy when he was arrested on corruption charges while serving as the Governor of Abia State in 2007. He was later released on bail and accused the Olusegun Obasanjo regime of persecution.
Despite the setbacks, Orji Uzor Kalu remained undeterred and continued to be a vocal supporter of President Muhammadu Buhari. His story shows the power of hard work, resilience, and pursuing one’s dreams.
Net Worth
Orji Uzor Kalu‘s net worth is estimated at $330 million. He makes his money as a politician and a businessman.
Social Media
Instagram handle: @Oukgram
Twitter handle: @OUKtweets
