Kogi Streets Fill with Natasha's Supporters, Despite Ban, Police Warning

Supporters of suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, have taken to the streets in a show of solidarity ahead of her homecoming rally, despite a government-imposed ban on public gatherings.  

The ban, enforced by Kogi State Governor Usman Ododo, was reiterated by the state’s Commissioner of Police, Miller Dantawaye, on Monday. He warned that the planned rally violated the restriction on political gatherings and urged Akpoti-Uduaghan to cancel the event scheduled for the Sallah celebrations in Kogi Central Senatorial District.  

However, images circulating online from Tuesday, April 1, depict jubilant supporters holding placards with inscriptions such as, “Welcome home, worthy daughter of Ebiraland. The people of Okene are solidly behind you,” and “The people of Adavi are solidly behind you.”

The overwhelming show of support highlights the escalating political tension in Kogi State, as Akpoti-Uduaghan’s loyalists defy official orders to rally behind her.  

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