Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has reaffirmed her commitment to visiting her constituency for the upcoming Sallah celebration, despite the Kogi State Government’s recent ban on rallies and public gatherings over security concerns.
In a statement released on Tuesday, Akpoti-Uduaghan dismissed rumors about the cancellation of her scheduled visit, stressing that her return to Kogi Central for Eid-el-Fitr would proceed as planned.
“We are pleased to confirm that Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Sallah visit to Kogi Central Senatorial District will proceed as planned,” her media team stated. “Despite rumours circulating online, there has been no official announcement from our office regarding the cancellation of this visit.”
The senator emphasized her role as a representative of her constituents, inviting her supporters to join her in celebrating the festive season. “As the senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan remains committed to engaging with her community and fostering a spirit of unity and cooperation,” the statement read.
This comes just days after the Kogi State Government issued a security alert, banning rallies and public events in response to intelligence suggesting plans for violent gatherings disguised as political and religious protests.
The ban followed incidents of violence in the state’s Kogi West area, which resulted in fatalities.
Despite these concerns, Akpoti-Uduaghan reassured her supporters that the necessary measures were in place for a safe and joyous Eid celebration.
Her visit is set to be a key engagement with her constituency amidst heightened political tensions in the region.