The Kogi State Government has called on security agencies to hold Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan accountable if any violence erupts in the state following her recent homecoming rally.
In a statement on Tuesday, the Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo, criticized the senator for proceeding with the event despite the government’s ban on public gatherings, imposed by Governor Usman Ododo’s administration.
“She should be held accountable for her blatant attempts to incite violence and cause unnecessary tension,” Fanwo stated.
The commissioner also alleged that the lawmaker’s visit was a deliberate attempt to disrupt peace in the state.
“She deliberately violated the State Government’s ban on political gatherings, which was put in place to prevent security breaches and maintain peace.
“Instead of respecting the law, she chose to incite chaos, disregarding the safety and stability of the state.”
Despite the government’s restrictions, Akpoti-Uduaghan received an enthusiastic welcome from her supporters and residents of Ihima, Okehi Local Government Area.
As early as 8 am, supporters from across the five local government areas of Kogi Central trooped into Ihima to celebrate the senator’s return.
Local musicians entertained the crowd as they awaited her arrival.
Shortly after, Akpoti-Uduaghan made a grand entrance in a white helicopter, drawing cheers from the jubilant crowd.
