The Kogi State Government has rejected Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s claims, labeling them as an attempt to stir unrest. The government insists she violated security directives and is using false accusations to gain public sympathy. Officials reaffirm their commitment to maintaining law and order despite political tensions in the state.
The Kogi State Government has dismissed claims made by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, calling them a deliberate attempt to incite unrest and manipulate public sentiment. The senator had alleged that Governor Ahmed Ododo, former Governor Yahaya Bello, and Senate President Godswill Akpabio should be held responsible if anything happened to her.
In a statement issued by Commissioner for Information Kingsley Fanwo, the government labeled her accusations as reckless and baseless. According to Fanwo, Akpoti-Uduaghan deliberately defied a ban on political gatherings, which was put in place to maintain peace and security in the state. He accused her of using inflammatory rhetoric to provoke chaos and destabilize the region.
The statement further claimed that her social media post, which was later deleted, was part of a broader strategy to mislead the public and present herself as a victim. The government warned that her actions could escalate tensions and disrupt the state’s stability.
Officials emphasized that maintaining peace remains their priority and warned against attempts to incite violence. They urged security agencies to take note of Akpoti-Uduaghan’s actions and hold her accountable for any disturbances linked to her activities.
The Kogi government reaffirmed its commitment to upholding law and order, stating that no individual—regardless of status—would be allowed to jeopardize the peace of the state. They called on residents to remain calm and not be swayed by political theatrics.
