Senator Orji Kalu has disclosed that he previously engaged in the arms trade, selling weapons to buyers in several African countries. The Nigerian lawmaker stated that he maintained links with the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and the Israeli intelligence service, Mossad, during his time in the business.
In an admission that highlights his pre-political career, Kalu revealed that he sold arms to leaders across the continent. He noted that his involvement in the lucrative but controversial industry came to an end due to external pressure from his family.
The senator specified that it was at the insistence of his parents that he quit the arms dealing business. This decision marked a significant turning point in his life, moving him away from the clandestine world of international weapons sales.
While the specific countries or the exact nature of the weapons transactions were not detailed in the statement, the acknowledgment of connections with major global intelligence agencies underscores the high-profile nature of his former operations.
The disclosure adds a new dimension to the public profile of the Nigerian senator, offering insight into the diverse and often secretive backgrounds of some political figures in the region.
<small>Source: Premium Times Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
