According to Vanguard News, the Kogi State government issued a statement after a sizable contingent of fans turned out to greet Senator Natasha Akpoti, the Kogi Central representative, upon her return to the state on Tuesday.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
This event, which took place despite a ban on public gatherings imposed by Governor Usman Ododo and the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), has attracted attention from both supporters and law enforcement.
In its statement, the state government expressed concern about the event, noting that it caused unnecessary tension and unrest in the region. The government accused Akpoti of ignoring security warnings and emphasized that the situation could have been avoided if she had adhered to the official 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.” Furthermore, the government indicated that security agencies would investigate whether Akpoti’s actions violated any laws by holding the event despite the ban on public gatherings.
The situation has sparked debate regarding the balance between political freedom and public safety, as well as the role of government in maintaining security within the state. While the Kogi State government’s response focused on the potential risks to public safety, the large turnout at the homecoming event underscores the political influence that Senator Akpoti continues to hold in the region.
As the matter unfolds, it remains to be seen whether any legal action will be taken against Akpoti, and how security agencies will proceed with their investigation. Both Kogi residents and observers are closely monitoring the situation, awaiting updates from the government and law enforcement authorities.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
