Despite the ban on public gatherings imposed by Kogi State Governor Usman Ododo, supporters of suspended Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan have taken to the streets in preparation for her homecoming rally.
The Commissioner of Police in Kogi State, Miller Dantawaye, reinforced the government’s directive on Monday, stating that the planned rally violates restrictions on political gatherings and urging Akpoti-Uduaghan to call off the Sallah rally in Kogi Central Senatorial District.
However, images circulating online from Tuesday, April 1, show enthusiastic supporters holding placards in solidarity with the suspended lawmaker. The inscriptions read: “Welcome home, worthy daughter of Ebiraland. The people of Okene are solidly behind you,” and “The people of Adavi are solidly behind you.”
The demonstration of support comes amid rising political tension in Kogi State, as loyalists continue to rally around Akpoti-Uduaghan despite the official ban.
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