Homecoming Rally: Hold Yahaya Bello, Akpabio Responsible For Any Violence, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Tells Nigerians

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By Kolawole Ojebisi

The suspended lawmaker representing Kogi Central in the Red Chamber, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has reiterated her resolve to celebrate Eid-el-Fitr with her constituents on Tuesday.

She, however, alleged that any violent acts during the visit should be blamed on Senate President Godswill Akpabio; Usman Ododo, Kogi governor; and Yahaya Bello, former governor of the state.

“My dear people of Kogi Central, I look forward to our PEACEFUL Sallah celebrations today,” she wrote on Facebook.

“However, should we be met with or infiltrated by violence, Nigerians should hold Gov Òdodo, Yahaya Bello & SP Godswill Akpabio wholly responsible.”

The lawmaker issued her statement shortly after the Kogi police command asked her to cancel the planned Eid-el-Fitr celebration rally in the central senatorial district of the state.

Recall that on Monday, the senator’s media team dismissed speculation about a possible cancellation of the visit.

The statement was made after the Kogi government placed a ban on rallies and public gatherings in the state over “credible security reports”.

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