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The Kogi Central senatorial candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Barr. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has felicitated with Hon. Adomu Etudaye as he marks his birthday.  The PDP senatorial candidate described Hon. Adomu as a loyal party man whose immense contribution to the growth of PDP in Kogi Central cannot be undermined.  Akpoti noted that the former senatorial aspirant is a firm believer in the course of humanity. She loud the many live changing schemes Hon. Adomu has undertaken to better the lives of the good people of kogi central.  While praying for more successful years in good health, she called for his continuous contributions to the party and work harmoniously to ensure PDP becomes victorious in the forthcoming general elections.  Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Campaign Organization  (NAUCO)

As part of the initiatives to commemorate his 33rd birthday on December 23rd 2022, Olu Onemola, has announced a scholarship scheme for 33 secondary school students of St. Barnabas Secondary School, Kabba, Kogi State. “This scholarship scheme is the beginning of our efforts to provide help to the young people of Oweland. We believe that education is the bedrock of development, this is why I have started with this. “Yes, we will continue to sustain and expand the scholarship for more children and more families. However, with this first batch, we are hoping that we can provide further access to education for our young people. “I am grateful to all our elders, and community leaders who have helped in facilitating this process that will improve the lives of our people. I thank my parents too for their advice. Moving forward, I am determined to impact more lives in any way that I can,” Onemola said. END Signed Media Office of Olu Onemola

The leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Okene/Ogori Magongo Federal Constituency, after wide and extensive consultation;  has approved the composition of the Sanni Salawu Ogembe (SSO) campaign council.  The membership of the council is as follows;  (A) HEAD OF CAMPAIGN: 1.DIRECTOR GENERAL of the COUNCIL  - HON. OMENESA SHEIDU, who also doubles as the head of security committee. 2. DEPUTY DG- HON. OLUWOLE EMMANUEL JONATHAN 3. COORDINATOR OKENE (2) HON.IBRAHIM SADIQ 4. COORDINATOR OKENE (1)- ALH SAKA DONGO 5. COORDINATOR OGORI- HON. TAJUDEEN ADEGOKE 6. COORDINATOR MAGONGO- HON. SUNDAY AKPATA  7.HON USMAN AHMED ( SPECIAL ADVISER TO THE COUNCIL 1) 8. HON IBRAHIM ADABARA (SPECIAL ADVISER TO THE COUNCIL 2) (B) DIRECTORATE OF SPECIAL DUTIES: 1. DIRECTOR - HON. ABDULAZEEZ KARAKU 2. DEPUTY DIRECTOR - HON BASHIRU IBORI 3. SECRETARY-AJAYI JOSEPH. 4. MEMBER - SALAMAT SALAWU (C) DIRECTORATE OF SECURITY: 1. DIRECTOR - HON. OMENESA SHEIDU 2. DEPUTY DIRECTOR - H...

Justice James Kolawole Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja, remanded Aliyu Bello, a nephew to Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello and one Dauda Sulaiman in prison pending the fulfilment of their bail conditions. They were remanded upon arraignment alongside one Abdulsalami Hudu, Cahier of Kogi State House Administration ( now at large) on a 10-count charge of misappropriation and money laundering. Bello and Sulaiman are accused of fraudulently withdrawing a sum of N10, 270,556,800 (Ten Billion, Two Hundred and Seventy Million, Five Hundred and Fifty-six Thousand Eight Hundred Naira), from  the Kogi State treasury, which they delivered to a  Bureau de Change operator, Rabiu Tafada in Abuja to  keep or change to foreign currencies for personal gains.    One of the charges reads: “That you, ALI BELLO, DAUDA SULEIMAN AND ABDULSALAMI HUDU (NOW AT LARGE)between January and December, 2021, in Abuja within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court procured ...

The House of Representatives on Wednesday mandated Inspector General of Police (IGP), Baba Alkali to investigate the attack on the campaign train of the Senatorial Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) of the Kogi Central Senatorial District, Mrs. Natasha Akpoti–Uduaghan and prosecute those directly and remotely responsible for the attack. The resolution was passed sequel to the adoption of a motion co-sponsored by Hon. Sergius Ogun and three other lawmakers condemned the attack on the campaign train of Akpoti–Uduaghan, saying it was an act of political intolerance that should not be tolerated. In his lead debate, Hon. Ogun who called for House intervention observed that Section 14(2b) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended) provides that the security and welfare of the people of Nigeria shall be the primary purpose of government. “The House is aware that section 40 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended) provides that every person shall be ent...

...describes attacks by the APC as desperate moves of a failed party The Kogi central chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Campaign Organization (NAUCO) has said that it cannot be bullied into silence and no attacks on its candidates, especially Barr. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan can stop the defeat of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the 2023 general election having failed woefully in office.  The campaign organization condemns the unprovoked attack on the PDP candidates across the district, especially, its senatorial flag-bearer, Chief, Barr. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and the PDP campaign insignias, billboards and other campaign materials.  It is pathetic that the ruling APC has assumed the position of an opposition party desperately seeking to win elections by any means possible. Such desperation by the APC that has led to attacks and destruction of campaign paraphernalia of the PDP, only points at the fact that the APC is fast losing...

The Kogi Central Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Senatorial candidate, Barr. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has called on the people of Ganaja in Ajaokuta LGA to support her candidature and other PDP candidates to change the story of the senatorial district for good.  Akpoti who lamented the poor representation of the senatorial district in the National Assembly, said the  people of Kogi Central have been left behind in the scheme of things. The PDP senatorial candidate stated this when she attended rally in the Ganaja area of Ajaokuta LGA on Monday, December 12, 2022. "We are at a very crucial time, everybody must be politically active to save our country. I present myself to you all as a developmental partner. "We have been left behind, it's time to change our story for good. You all have a duty to carry out to see the mandate through. Go round from door to door and sell PDP's message of emancipation. PDP has presented competent candidates.  "How many years are we goin...

The Kogi Central Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senatorial Candidate, Barr. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has pledged to donate the sum of five million naira to pay the WAEC fees of students in Kogi Central.  Barr. Natasha H Akpoti-Uduaghan made this known on Sunday when she met with students and different groups rooting for her candidature on Sunday, December 11, 2022 in her country home in Ihima, Okehi LGA, Kogi State.  The payment is to help parents cushion the burden of paying the WAEC fees of their children in the five local government areas of Kogi Central senatorial distinct.  Akpoti promised to do more and convince different organizations to channel their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) to support educational programmes when she gets to the Senate.  "I am doing this as a private citizen, I know it's not enough but I  promise to do more and support educational development of our people when I get to the Senate", she said.  Natasha also promised to w...

Group of legal practitioners, Lawyers For Reform Group, has petitioned the Independent Corrupt Practices and other related offences Commission (ICPC) to probe Stella Okotete, Executive Director (Business Development) at the Nigeria Export-Import (NEXIM) Bank over alleged fraud. SaharaReporters had reported how Okotete was appointed by President Muhammadu Buhari despite issues regarding her qualification. It was gathered that the All Progressives Congress chieftain did not have the 18 years of post-graduation experience required to occupy such high office as specified by the Central Bank of Nigeria circular of 15th October 2015. It was also revealed that Okotete did not have any experience in the banking industry as required by the law. In a petition to ICPC, Lawyers for Reform Group called on the commission to diligently investigate Okotete. The statement read, “Lawyers for Reform Group (LRG) being a group of legal practitioners with commitments in human rights and public interest matt...

Despite Paying N11Million For Advert Rights In Kogi, Hoodlums Allegedly Loyal To APC Destroy PDP Senatorial Candidate, Natasha Akpoti’s Billboards. Kogi State government had asked the PDP and other political parties in the state to pay millions of naira before their candidates could be allowed to paste posters or distribute flyers. Hoodlums said to be loyal to the ruling APC in Kogi State have allegedly destroyed the campaign billboards of the  Kogi Central Senatorial candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, in some local government areas. Recall that the Kogi State government had asked the PDP and others to pay millions of naira before their candidates could be allowed to paste posters or distribute flyers. In a letter dated October 24 and addressed to the PDP chairman in the state, Engr. Sam Uhuotu, the government demanded the payment of the fund within 14 days. However, despite the payment by Natasha, her campaign billboards across five local governmen...

For every woman out there, you stand out as a shining light which illuminates our paths towards greatness.  On the occasion of your 43rd birthday, I wish you all your heart desires and pray that God will take you greater heights.  Once again, congratulations and happy birthday  Hon. Siyaka Musa Adeiza  DG Special Duties, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Campaign Organization.

The Kogi Central district chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan campaign council heartily felicitates with the Amazon and its senatorial candidate, Chief Barr. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (OhiOgu of Ebiraland), as she marks her birthday today. Barr. Natasha is an accomplished political reformer, a very experienced business woman, party mobilizer, unrelenting advocate for social justice and women inclusion in politics, who has excelled in all facets of life.  The campaign council congratulates Chief Barr. Natasha on her birthday and prays to God to grant her many more years in good health to fulfill her dreams in giving every Nigerian a voice and chart a pathway towards a greater future for generations to come.  Signed: Head of Media, PDP Kogi Central/Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Campaign Council (NAUCO)

In every generation, there are always special people designed to be the voice of others, carry the burden of others, and fight for the rights of their fellow compatriots to right the wrongs and set the country to attain the true meaning of its creed. Kogi Central had gotten to a point where many people gave up on the possibility of having an altruistic leader who will not think of himself/herself and what he/she stands to gain before fighting for the common good of the masses. In the depth of the darkness when all hope of having an oasis to brighten the habitation was lost, Barr. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan emerged as an answer to the jigsaw puzzle. Like Malcolm X posits in one of his submissions, "...I’m for justice, no matter who it is for or against. I’m a human being, first and foremost, and as such I’m for whoever and whatever benefits humanity as a whole." Barr. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan stepped into the big shoes of Onono Idogido of the blessed memory, a great social crusade...

The stakeholders of Ajaokuta LGA on Thursday restated their unflinching support for the Kogi Central Peoples Democratic (PDP) senatorial candidate, Barr. Natasha Akpoti Uduaghan, ahead of the 2023 general elections.  The stakeholders made this known during the PDP caucus meeting in Ajaokuta local government area.  Speaking on her senatorial ambition, Mrs Natasha-Uduaghan said she will ensure the government establishes the Steel Development Authority to create a set of rules that will guide the steel sector in the country and work closely with other lawmakers for the resuscitation Ajaokuta steel complex.  "It will interest you to know that the steel sector doesn't have set rules, I will push for the establishment of Steel Development Authority just like the Petroleum Industry Act.  "I am who I am today because of the Ajaokuta steel complex in your land, my story is not completed, yours is not completed without having Ajaokuta running. "Everyone here is an ambassador, ...

Erstwhile Senator representing Kogi central district in the 8th National Assembly, Sen. Ahmed Salawu Ogembe, today, Wednesday, December 7, 2022, received the senatorial candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Bar. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to the stakeholders' meeting of PDP in Okene and Ogori-Magongo Local Government Areas.  The all-inclusive stakeholders meeting of Okene local government area had in attendance the PDP zonal chairman, Alhaji Ilyas Zubair, and  the LGA party chairman, Hon. Ibrahim Adabara. Also in attendance are former Speaker, of the Kogi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Momohjimoh Lawal, former House of Representatives member and Director-General, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Campaign Organization, Hon. Abdulrahaman Badamasiuy, House of Assembly candidates, amongst other party stalwarts. Addressing the PDP stakeholders, Barr. Natasha promised to work hard to restore the lost values of Ebiraland.  "I am here appealing that as we progress with our campaign a...

The Kogi Central Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Senatorial Candidate, Barr.  Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan on Tuesday met with the PDP caucus in Okehi and Adavi Local Government Areas. The Okehi PDP caucus meeting which took place at the residence of the former member of House Representatives member, Hon. AK Salihu in Ihima, was graced by party stalwarts in the local government area. The meeting was aimed at gaining more support for PDP ahead of the general election.   The PDP senatorial candidate subsequently attended the party's caucus meeting in Adavi Local Government Area at the residence of the former member of the House of Representatives and Director General, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Campaign Organization, Alhaji Abdulrahaman Badamasiuy.  Speaking on her mission, Natasha said she is determined more than ever to represent her people at the Senate, adding that it's another golden opportunity to right the many wrongs of the past.   She promised to be the most ...

The Head of Media for the Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Campaign Organization, David Itopa, has said that the overwhelming acceptance and rising support for the Kogi Central senatorial candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Barr. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan during and after her homecoming and campaign flag-off, has sent the ruling APC into emergency panic mode.  The fact that the opponents who have now resorted into arming miscreants to disrupt and attack the campaign train of the PDP senatorial candidate, as well as other candidates and supporters of the PDP; is a clear indication of their fears towards their inevitable defeat at the 2023 general elections. It is on record that only Barr. Natasha Akpoti-Udughgan has a clear-cut and laid-down plans for the good people of Kogi Central and she remains the candidate to beat. It is important to draw the attention of security operatives, the good people of Kogi Central and Nigerians entirely to the fact that the APC having failed to prov...

People's Democratic Party candidate, State House of Assembly Okehi Constituency; Hon. Siyaka Onivehu welcomes his party candidate for Kogi Central Senatorial district, Barr. Natasha H. Akpoti Uduagha as she arrives home yesterday in Ebiraland. "For devolution of powers and the need for the state to truly adopt the practice of the democracy and federalism. Coming home of our senatorial candidate is one of the surest way to quell the agitations for succession." He said; if I have more resources, all your agenda for the good people of Kogi Central will be supported by my campaign team. The entire people of Okehi have surely support your candidacy because you are a role model to many and a competent leader. We are in the month of political campaigns and less than 90days to the general elections. Let's make sure we collect our PVC and vote one of our amiable candidate "Barr. Natasha Akpoti Uduagha" and every other PDP candidate for a smooth and developing governa...

The flag bearer of People's Democratic Party (PDP) for House of Representative, Adavi/Okehi Federal Constituency; Hon. Abdulmaleek Abdulraheem Danga welcomes Barr. Natasha H Akpoti Uduagha back home. "OHI OGU of Ebiraland, the People's Democratic Party Candidate of Kogi Central Senatorial district, welcome. It is indeed gratifying to welcome you in Okene. As political man, welcoming is what I'm used to. But this particular one is unique in its own way. This is a homecoming like no other. It is more of a victory before the victory. Since the party primary where you were emerged victorious, you have not been home. The people of Kogi Central have longed for an opportunity to celebrate you as their precious gift to the state and to the country at large. This is therefore the beginning of the celebration which is billed to follow you through till you walk into the Red chamber in Abuja come 2023. I want to once again congratulate you and reassure you that we share in the eup...

The paramount traditional ruler and Ohinoyi of Ebiraland, HRM, Dr. Ado Ibrahim, on Sunday, December 4th, 2022, received the campaign train of the Kogi Central PDP Senatorial candidate, Barr. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, at his AZAD palace in Okene LGA.  The Ohinoyi who described Barr. Natasaha as a precious gift to Ebiraland said Ebira people need more of her type to speak for the people and portray Ebiraland in good light.  "Natasha is a gift to us Ebira people, my dear people, I want to thank you for the support you are giving her, she will succeed Insha Allah.  "My dear respectful citizens, I present to you my daughter, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. She knows what she wants and when to get it. Go and take care of her as the only female in the contest. I am proud of her and want to have more of her in Ebiraland," Ohinoyi of Ebiraland said.  "I believe in righteousness because righteousness exalts a nation, I believe in those who are doing the right things.  "What you ...

The Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Campaign Organisation says that the large turnout of the good people of Kogi Central senatorial district to welcome the PDP’s senatorial candidate, Barr. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan signposts victory ahead of the 2023 general elections. The campaign holds that the large turnout and sea of heads that greeted the homecoming of the Amazon, Barr. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan is a pointer to the unshaken resolve of the people to support and elect Natasha to chart a pathway towards the recovery of Kogi Central and fixing the future of the Senatorial Constituency.  The thunderous chant of “OhiOgu” (Mother of wealth) at the sight of the PDP’s senatorial candidate has deflated any chances of the failed All Progressives Congress at the polls.  The campaign organisation is in awe of the unprecedented support from the people of Kogi Central who stood against all odds and defied the scorching sun rays to welcome their most preferred senatorial candidate.  Our campai...

The Kogi Central Senatorial candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Barr. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has felicitated with the immediate past Senator of Kogi Central senatprial district, Senator Ahmed Salawu Ogembe, on the occasion of his birthday.  Akpoti describes Ogembe as a respected and loyal party man who has contributed immensely to the growth and development of PDP in Kogi State and the nation at large.  She describes the erstwhile Okene council boss’ loyalty to the Peoples Democratic Party as noteworthy, adding that his wealth of experience as a former chairman of Okene LGA and a former Senator of Kogi Central will be needed in the quest for PDP to win the forthcoming elections in the senatorial district.  Akpoti noted that Ogembe has always been a brother who understands that politics and leadership are all about making impact and creating opportunities for our people.  The PDP Senatorial candidate felicitates with the family, friends and political asso...

There seems to be more trouble for the NEXIM Bank Director, Stella Oketete as Nigerian lawyer and founder, Incorporated Trustees Of Ilaje Global Think Thank Initiative, dragged the President Muhammadu Buhari, Central Bank of Nigeria, and Attorney General of the Federation for failing to implement the 2019 senate resolution that recommended the sack of the embattled NEXIM Bank Director.  In 2019, the Nigerian Senate recommended the resignation or sacking of Stella Okotete, the Executive Director (Business development) at the Nigeria Export-Import (NEXIM) Bank over alleged fraudulent misrepresentation regarding her qualification. In a report by the Nigerian Committee on Ethics, Privileges and Public Petitions, it revealed that Okotete fraudulently misrepresented her qualification to hold the post of Executive Director at the bank. The report of the Senate Committee revealed that Oketete did not have 15 years post-graduation experience required to occupy such high office as specified ...

The Federal Government has warned Governors using thugs and other elements to prevent the opposition from holding political campaigns in their States to desist, saying security agencies have been deployed to end this intolerance.  The National Security Adviser (NSA), Major General Babagana Monguno (retd), gave the warning during the weekly Ministerial Briefing, organised by the Presidential Communication Team at the Villa, Abuja. According to The Nation , the NSA, who reeled out the programme and achievements of President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration in the security sector, was reacting to a question about a pattern gaining grounds in States, in which Governors introduce actions that target campaign structures of opposition politicians within their domains. The NSA, who reeled out the programme and achievements of President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration in the security sector, was reacting to a question about a pattern gaining grounds in States, in which Governors introduc...

Group of legal practitioners, Lawyers For Justice Reform has demanded the sacking of Stella Okotete, Executive Director (Business Development) at the Nigeria Export-Import (NEXIM) Bank over alleged fraud. SaharaReporters had reported how Okotete was appointed by President Muhammadu Buhari despite issues regarding her qualification. It was gathered that the All Progressives Congress chieftain did not have the 18 years of post-graduation experience required to occupy such high office as specified by the Central Bank of Nigeria circular of 15th October 2015. It was also revealed that Okotete did not have any experience in the banking industry as required by the law. “A minimum of first degree or its equivalent in any discipline plus a higher degree or professional qualification in any business-related discipline. Candidates must also have a minimum of 18 years post-graduation experience, out of which at least 13 must be in the banking industry and at least 2 as General Manager,” the CBN d...

...Says They Have Become Jittery The Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Campaign Council has mocked the Kogi State Government and its Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo for denying ever linking Barr. Natasha H Akpoti-Uduaghan to a terror suspect and terrorism, saying that they have become jittery seeing the defeat staring at them in their faces. In response to the defamatory suit by the Kogi Central PDP senatorial candidate, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s 5 billion Naira defamatory suit against the Kogi State Government, State Governor and the State Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo; the defendants have denied issuing statements connecting Barr. Natasha to terrorism or calling for her arrest. Recall that the Kogi State Government through the Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo alleged that the Kogi Central PDP senatorial candidate has a link with one Mr. Shafiu which the State Government alleged to have participated in Kuje prison break and Owo church massacre in Ondo Sta...