Kogi Government Reacts to Large Crowd Welcoming Senator Natasha Akpoti, Citing Security Concerns

The Kogi State government has issued a statement regarding the large crowd that turned out to welcome Senator Natasha Akpoti, the representative of Kogi Central, during her return to the state on Tuesday. The gathering occurred despite a ban on public gatherings imposed by both Governor Usman Ododo and the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), drawing significant attention from both supporters and security forces....CONTINUE READING>>>

In its official response, the Kogi State government expressed concern over the event, stating that it contributed to unnecessary tension and unrest in the region. The government criticized Akpoti for disregarding security warnings and noted that the situation could have been avoided if she had complied with the directive to refrain from organizing large public gatherings.

The statement read, “The rising tension and atmosphere of unrest in Kogi Central could have been avoided if Natasha Akpoti Uduaghan had adhered to the government’s directive and cooperated with security agencies.” The government further indicated that security agencies would investigate whether Akpoti’s actions violated any laws by hosting the event despite the ban.

The incident has sparked a debate about the balance between political freedoms and public safety, as well as the role of the government in maintaining security within the state. While the Kogi State government’s response emphasized the potential risks to public safety, the large turnout at the event highlights the political influence that Senator Akpoti continues to wield in the region.

As the situation develops, it remains unclear whether any legal action will be taken against Akpoti, and how security agencies will handle the investigation. Both residents of Kogi and external observers are closely following the situation, awaiting further updates from the government and law enforcement authorities.