**Deputy Speaker's Office Denies NYSC, Law School Scandal Allegations** A recent press conference by the Civil Society Groups for Good Governance (CSGGG) has sparked controversy, with the group accusing Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, of irregularities in his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) participation and attendance at the Nigerian Law School. However, the Deputy Speaker's office has dismissed these allegations, describing them as unproven and politically motivated. In a statement, the Deputy Speaker's office described the claims as part of a coordinated smear campaign aimed at damaging Kalu's reputation. The office maintained that the allegations lack credible evidence and are being circulated to promote politically coloured narratives against the lawmaker. This latest development is not the first time the Deputy Speaker has faced scrutiny. As a respected public servant, his professional credentials have been subject to scrutiny on multiple occasions. However, the Deputy Speaker's office is adamant that these allegations are baseless and lack substance. The statement by the Deputy Speaker's office reads in part: "The allegations being circulated remain unproven claims arising from a petition that has neither been substantiated nor determined by any competent authority. The Deputy Speaker remains a duly qualified legal practitioner and a respected public servant whose professional credentials have been examined at multiple stages of his career." It is worth noting that the allegations by the CSGGGG come at a time when the country is grappling with various challenges, including governance and electoral reform. While the Deputy Speaker's office has dismissed these allegations, many Nigerians are left wondering about the motivations behind the CSGGGG's claims. As the debate continues, one thing is clear: the Deputy Speaker's office is committed to defending Kalu's reputation and standing by his professional credentials. However, only time will tell if these allegations will have any lasting impact on the Deputy Speaker's career or the country's governance landscape.