According to Vanguard news, the Kogi State government has issued a statement in response to the large crowd that gathered to welcome Senator Natasha Akpoti, the representative of Kogi Central, during her return to the state on Tuesday. Despite a ban on public gatherings enforced by Governor Usman Ododo and the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), Akpoti’s homecoming event proceeded, drawing significant attention from both supporters and the authorities.
The state government, through a statement, expressed concern over the event, citing that it had led to unnecessary tension and unrest in the region. They criticized Akpoti for disregarding security warnings, emphasizing that her actions could have been avoided had she adhered to the government’s directive to avoid large public gatherings.
“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 statement read.
Authorities further noted that security agencies would assess whether Akpoti had violated any laws by proceeding with the event despite the ban. The incident has sparked a debate on the balance between political freedom and public safety, as well as the role of government in managing security concerns in the state.
While the Kogi State government’s reaction focused on potential security risks, the large turnout at the event highlights the continued political influence of Senator Akpoti in the region. It remains to be seen how security agencies will handle the matter and whether any legal action will be taken.
As the situation continues to unfold, Kogi residents and observers alike are closely monitoring the developments, awaiting further updates from both the government and security authorities.
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