Kogi Today: All You Have To Know About Natasha's Homecoming, Gov Ododo's Rally Ban and Police Warning Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, suspended Kogi central senator, has expressed her eagerness to celebrate Eid-el-Fitr with her constituents on Tuesday.
She furthermore suggested 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 upheaval, Nigerians should hold Gov Òdodo, Yahaya Bello & SP Godswill Akpabio completely 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.
In a statement on Monday, the senator’s media team rejected 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”.
Police ask Natasha Akpoti to cancel homecoming event over ‘security threat’
The Kogi police command has asked Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to cancel her planned Eid-el-Fitr celebration rally in the central senatorial district of the state.
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Miller Dantawaye, Kogi police commissioner, gave the directive on Tuesday in a statement issued by William Aya, the command’s spokesperson.
“Following the intelligence reveal on security threats in Kogi State and the subsequent ban on all forms of rally and procession by the Kogi State Government, the Nigeria Police Force, Kogi State Police Command has summoned on the organisers of planned rally at Okene to cancel such contingency in the relevancy of the peace in Kogi State,” the statement reads.
“The summon for cancellation becomes necessary as intelligence reports that a few hoodlums plan to hijack the process and cause chaos of peace in the State.
“The Command cannot afford to jeopardize the existing peace the State is currently enjoying.
“In view of the security threat received on the planned rally, the Kogi State Police Command is therefore cautioning the organisers to cancel the occasion so as to avoid any breakdown of law and order in the State.
“As the Command will not hesitate to use the full wrath of law on anyone who causes pother of peace and order in the State.”
Kogi Government Bans Rallies, Unauthorized Convoy Ahead of Natasha's Homecoming
Kogi Governor Bans Fishing Activities, Unauthorized Security Convoy, Rallies In the State The Kogi State Governor, Usman Ododo, has ordered a ban on all forms of unapproved rallies and public gatherings in the state until further notice
Governor Ododo likewise suspended all fishing activities in local government areas of the state.
The decision was declared in a statement on Monday by the Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Fanwo, who stated that the directive is a proactive step to curb security threats affecting the state’s stability.
The state government further broadcasted that any individual coming into the state with a security convoy must have obtained permission from the Kogi State commands of the deploying services as the government has unveiled intelligence discloses that more or less individuals are planning to enter Kogi State under the pretense of being security personnel, with the intention of causing fight.
The state government noted that the steps taken are to guarantee public peace and guarantee the protection of lives and property while ensuring Kogi continues the haven of peace and security.
The statement inserted that Governor Ododo has met with the leadership of the Kogi State Traditional Council, led by the Attah of Igala, to agree on the modalities for ensuring peace and security in the state and the royal fathers further eulogized him for his proactive measures to protect lives and property.
The statement reads, “In light of credible intelligence says, the government has deemed it necessary to take proactive measures to prevent any modality of security severance that could destabilise the state.
“It is heartwarming to note that the state witnessed a peaceful Sallah. However, more or less security threats are threatening the peace of the state. In Kasemiya, Katubo, and Umozu Ette, all in Kogi Local Government Area in Kogi West, fishing activities have resulted in serious crises, leading to the loss of two lives. All fishing activities in Kogi Local Government Area are hereby suspended until peace is wholly restored. Security operatives have been deployed to the affected areas to restore peace and implement our directive.
“Also, in Ankpa Local Government Area, specifically in Enjema District, a communal invasion between Ika-Odele and Ika Ochala is threatening the peace of Kogi East. The state government has deployed security to calm the situation and avert further loss of lives and property. The ongoing peace meeting between the two communities, as facilitated by the state government, must be sustained.
“In Kogi Central, intelligence at our disposal points to the fact that more or less elements are planning to stage violent rallies under the guise of political and religious agitations. This is intended to create a platform for wanton extinguishment and a breakdown of law and order.
“These flashes of disturbances are redoubling truce in the state and threatening public peace and security. In view of this, and effective immediately, the Kogi State Government has placed a total ban on all forms of rallies or public gatherings that have the potential to disrupt public peace. This decision has been necessitated by intelligence reveals indicating that certain individuals are plotting to infiltrate the state under the guise of hosting rallies, applying role player security personnel to foment rumble and compromise the security of law-abiding citizens.
“While the government recognises the constitutional rights of citizens to gather and express themselves, security considerations must take precedence in the relevancy of public safety. As such, no individual, group, or organisation is permitted to hold any modality of rally within the state until further notice. In a swift proactive move, the Chief Servant of Kogi State, His Excellency Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has today met with the leadership of the Kogi State Traditional Council, led by the Attah of Igala, to agree on the modalities for ensuring peace and security in the state. The Royal Fathers furthermore praised the Chief Servant of the State for his proactive measures to protect lives and property.
“In furtherance of its commitment to maintaining law and order, the Kogi State Government has directed that any individual or group entering the state with a convoy of security personnel must obtain prior clearance from the state commands of the deploying services. This force is to ensure proper profiling and verification of all security operatives accompanying such convoys.
“The state government has received intelligence indicating attempts by more or less individuals to enter Kogi State under the pretense of being security personnel, with the intention of causing fight. This directive, therefore, is aimed at preventing any unauthorised movement of armed individuals and ensuring that only duly accredited security agents operate within the state.
“The Chief Servant of the State, His Excellency Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has likewise directed all Local Government Chairmen to take bill of security in their domains. He furthermore adviced community leaders and opinion moulders to engage with their people on the need to sustain the correlative peace in the state and encouragement the government in delivering democracy dividends to the great people of Kogi State.
“To guarantee the full implementation of these determines, His Excellency, the Chief Servant of Kogi State, has directed the State Security Adviser, Commander Jerry Omodara (Rtd), to work closely with all security agencies in the state to ensure strict enforcement. Security agencies have been placed on high alert and will take all necessary steps to prevent any breakdown of law and order. The Kogi State Government implores all residents to abide law-abiding, vigilant, and cooperative with security agencies. The safety and well-being of the people abide the government’s top priority, and any attempt to undermine the peace and stability of the state will be met with the full amplitude of the law.
“Citizens are supported to reveal any suspicious activities or movements to the appropriate security authorities. The government assures all residents that these enumerates are temporary and necessary for the greater good of all. Together, we can remain to build a safer and more secure Kogi State.”
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Published 4/1/2025