The Kogi State government has condemned Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s actions, accusing her of inciting chaos in the state amidst the ongoing ban on political gatherings and convoy use.
In a statement issued by the state’s Commissioner for Information and Communication, Mr. Kingsley Fanwo, the government dismissed Natasha’s claim that Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, former Governor Yahaya Bello, and Senate President Godswill Akpabio were responsible for her challenges.
The statement described her allegations as “reckless, malicious, and utterly false.”
Fanwo accused Natasha of attempting to “mislead the public, inciting unrest, and presenting herself as a victim” after violating the state’s political gathering ban.
“Her statement exposed her plans to use her visit to stir trouble and violence in Kogi Central Senatorial District. We will not allow any part of the state to go up in flames nor permit the killing of innocent souls by the actions of the suspended Senator,” the statement read.
The Kogi government further accused Natasha of having a history of lawlessness, using lies and deceit in her political tactics.
“Her defiance of the state’s security directives has confirmed her status as a security threat,” it stated.
The government also criticized her failure to comply with the law and described her accusations as attempts to cover up her actions.
The state government reaffirmed its commitment to upholding law and order, warning that Natasha would be held responsible if her actions led to violence.
“We will take all necessary steps to ensure that no individual, no matter how highly placed, is allowed to breach public peace with impunity,” Fanwo stated.
The government called on security agencies to take note of Natasha’s actions, urging them to hold her accountable for any inflammatory behavior that could threaten the state’s peace and stability.